Work is to begin on a £100,000 bridge upgrade project in Renfrewshire.

The Category A-listed Inchinnan Bascule Bridge is to undergo essential mechanical works to lengthen its lifespan and ensure it retains the ability to open and close for traffic on the White Cart River when required.

The four-week refurbishment will begin on Saturday, 05 August. The structure will remain open for pedestrians and cyclists across the duration of the scheduled works.

Planned works set to take place on the outlying Barnsford Road will be postponed until a later date in order to minimise disruption in the area as much as possible.


Cllr Cathy McEwan said: "The Bascule Bridge is a historic part of Renfrewshire's heritage and we must ensure that we protect its status as the only lifting bridge of this type currently operational in Scotland.

"There was a fantastic turnout at last year's Doors Open Day when hundreds of people came along  to see it open and close, highlighting the regard in which the bridge is held in the community.

"We apologise for any inconvenience closing the bridge may cause and hope the public will appreciate by closing it once, we are avoiding a series of closures to complete repairs section by section.

"We recognise the bridge is an important transport link for Renfrewshire and it is vital it is maintained to a high standard for use by commuters and businesses.

"The works will preserve the bridge and ensure it remains fully operational for both road and river traffic for years to come."

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