Reeds Bridge, B5470 Macclesfield Road

Following a road traffic collision, the north parapet of Reeds Bridge has suffered extensive damage.

What is happening

We have installed temporary concrete barriers on the bridge, which have reduced the width of the carriageway to a single lane. To manage traffic safely, temporary traffic signals have been installed and will remain in place until repairs can be carried out.

Works to repair the bridge will start on Monday 2 November 2026 and will take approximately 21 days to complete.  Due to the nature of the works a full road closure will be in place, with a fully signed diversion route in operation.

We appreciate any closure of this route may cause disruption, but works have been planned to minimise this for local road users.

Current access information

• Temporary two-way traffic lights are in place
• The temporary measures will stay in place until repair works commence
• Emergency services will always have access
• Local businesses will remain open
• Delays are possible, please plan your journeys accordingly

Road closures and diversion routes

Once works commence, a road closure will be in place to keep both the public and our workforce safe.

• Signed diversion routes will be in place
• Emergency services have been advised of the diversion route
• Local businesses will remain open but will be accessed via the published diversion route
• Full diversion details can be found on OneNetwork (opens new window)
• Delays are possible, please plan your journeys accordingly

Bus companies are aware of the works. Services may run on different routes or timetables, so please check the operator’s website.

Waste collection services will not be affected but will also use the diversion route.

Contact us

If you would like to speak to someone on site, the site supervisor is the best person to talk to.

You can also contact us on 0300 123 5025.