DRIVERS, pedestrians and cyclists are being warned that Worcester’s Sabrina Bridge will be closed for five days as the finishing touches are put to it.
The bridge was removed as part of a major refurbishment and was put back in its rightful place at the end of January.
The final works include the installation of bridge dampers which will reduce movement of the bridge and the installation work.
It was unable to be done ahead of the opening last month due to a delay in receiving the parts from the supplier because of Covid-19 related issues.
To enable these works to now take place, the bridge will be shut for up to five days from Monday, March 1.
People are being urged to use the main city bridge to cross the river and Grandstand Road will be closed to vehicles.
Counr Alan Amos, Worcestershire County Council’s Cabinet Member with Responsibility for Highways, said: “Since opening at the end of January, it’s great to see that Sabrina Bridge has been very well used by pedestrians and cyclists and we’ve had really positive feedback about the improvements.
“These final works, which we alluded to when we announced the opening, will be the finishing touches to the extensive refurbishment which has made a drastic improvement to this very well used river crossing.
“We’re planning to get the bridge back open before schools are set to return from March 8.
“The improvements to this bridge are part of our wider plans to enhance walking and cycling routes, not only in Worcester but throughout the county.”
The major refurbishment of the bridge includes the complete replacement of the steel for the bridge span, a brand-new composite deck which will be easier to maintain and have increased longevity, repainted handrails, ramps, stairs and main mast, as well as increased handrail height.
More information is available on the County Council website at www.worcestershire.gov.uk/sabrinabridge
