Cumbrian bridge closes for six-week strengthening works

Summarised from 3 outlets · Updated 2 Nov, 09:21 · Archive

Ullock Bridge in Cumbria closes for six weeks from Monday for essential strengthening work.

Ullock Bridge on the C2030 in Cumbria closes for six weeks from Monday, November 2, for essential strengthening work intended to extend the life of the structure and ensure it remains safe. The scheme involves the installation of a reinforced concrete saddle to strengthen the bridge.

Work is expected to take around six weeks, although this will be subject to weather conditions and operational requirements. A full road closure will remain in place throughout the project, with a signed diversion route available for motorists. No access will be permitted to the site at any time while work is underway, including for vehicles, pedestrians, dismounted cyclists and emergency service vehicles. The restriction will remain in force outside working hours.

The council said the scheme forms part of its £27.3 million investment in maintaining and improving the area's highway network, with the wider programme intended to ensure roads and other infrastructure remain safe, resilient and fit for the future. Road users can check live and planned roadworks through one.network or contact the council's Highways Hotline on 0300 373 3736.

How it is being reported

• Bridge works postponed after residents raise concerns disruption about disruptionImprovement works on a bridge in west Cumbria have been postponed due to concerns raised by residents about disruption.Cumberland News · 2 Nov, 11:59
• Full six-week road closure begins today for Cumbrian bridge worksA Cumbrian bridge will close for six weeks from today (Monday, November 2) as essential strengthening work gets underway.News & Star · 2 Nov, 09:00
• Full six-week road closure begins today for Cumbrian bridge worksA Cumbrian bridge will close for six weeks from today (Monday, November 2) as essential strengthening work gets underway.Whitehaven News · 2 Nov, 09:00

In this story: Ullock Bridge · Cumbria · C2030

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