Bridge beams to be installed as part of York’s Bridge project
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Work to lift and install beams for a new bridge in Pelsall is set to take place.
Construction of the York’s Bridge project, which will see a road bridge installed on Norton Road, Pelsall, has been ongoing since August 2024. Once complete, the bridge will provide a safer route for all road users, including a two-way traffic bridge and dedicated footway.
To allow this work to be carried out safely, a continuous road closure will be in place on Lime Lane and Norton Road from March 10 to March 21. This means there will be no access to these roads at any time throughout this period. During this time, a traffic diversion will be in place.
“ This project was much needed to maintain local accessibility, replacing a bridge which was deteriorating.
“This is a critical point in the works, and to maintain the safety of everyone, traffic management arrangements and road closures will be put in place.
“Every effort will be made to ensure disruption and delays are kept to a minimum.
“I would like to thank all residents in advance for their patience as the works commence. “
The road closure will also be used to allow for the excavation and widening of the northeast carriageway of the site.
The existing bridge dates back to the mid-1800s, but due to deterioration is now subject to a 7.5 tonne weight limit.
The York’s Bridge project will also deliver parking bays to facilitate access to the nearby common and create a pond and several new embankments north of the new bridge.
It is anticipated the project, delivered in partnership with McPhillips (Wellington) Ltd, will be complete in late 2025.
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