Bridges
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We inspect and maintain over 834 bridges (50 of which are Listed Buildings, and 3 of these are also Scheduled Monuments). Regular inspections are carried out to identify any necessary maintenance or repairs. The planned bridge maintenance programme covers activities that can range from the routine removal of vegetation and keeping water courses clear to major refurbishment and reconstruction schemes. The fight against graffiti on bridges and in pedestrian subways has been helped by the availability of anti-graffiti coatings. These may be suitable for other surfaces and your Area Highways Team can advise on costs and suppliers.
You can report graffiti on our Highways Fault Reporting Form.
Following the increase in permitted lorry weights in February 2001, we assessed the load bearing capacity of all highway bridges. As a result, some strengthening schemes and weight limits have proved necessary.
For further information please contact John Violet - 01244 973690
If a road closure is required for bridge inspection, maintenance or strengthening works, then the relevant Town & Parish Council(s) and all interested people and organisations will be contacted. Diversions will be advertised and closure notices published.
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