Bridges
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 us.
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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