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26/02/2018
Plans Unveiled For £22m Historic Bridge Refurb In Edinburgh
Plans have been unveiled to refurbish a historic bridge in Edinburgh.
Subject to committee approval, up to £22 million is being invested to carry out structural repairs on the Grade A-listed North Bridge.
Inspection works carried out in 2014 identified a number of defects on the bridge, resulting in the removal of loose material and installation of netting to make the underside of the bridge safe. Assessments have confirmed that there has been no impact on the bridge's load carrying capacity.
A major contractor was appointed early in the process through the National Civil Engineering and Infrastructure lot of the Scape Group Framework Agreement.
Works will include;
• Structural steelwork repairs
• Grit blasting and repainting of the structural steelwork
• Repairs to the cast iron façades
• Grit blasting and repainting of the cast iron façades
• Repairs to the underside of the bridge's concrete deck
• Improvements to the structural drainage systems
• Replacement of expansion joints
• Restoration of, and repairs to, the King's Own Scottish Borderers War Memorial (located on the east plinth of the bridge's south pier)
• Installation of permanent platforms to improve access provisions for future inspection and minor maintenance
• All temporary scaffolding required to access the structure
If approved, the contract will be considered by Finance and Resources Committee for approval, with the refurbishment expected to begin in the summer.
The project will benefit from £10m funding approved in the 2018/19 budget, set by Council on Thursday, 22 February adding to an existing £12m allocated under the Capital Investment Programme 2018-2023.
Cllr Lesley Macinnes said: "This historic bridge is a familiar and much-loved focal point in the city centre, and it's clear that it requires some much-needed restoration.
"I am delighted that, thanks to prudent financial management, we will be able to progress with a series of repairs, ensuring the longevity of this iconic structure."
Image credit: The City of Edinburgh Council.
(LM/MH)
Subject to committee approval, up to £22 million is being invested to carry out structural repairs on the Grade A-listed North Bridge.
Inspection works carried out in 2014 identified a number of defects on the bridge, resulting in the removal of loose material and installation of netting to make the underside of the bridge safe. Assessments have confirmed that there has been no impact on the bridge's load carrying capacity.
A major contractor was appointed early in the process through the National Civil Engineering and Infrastructure lot of the Scape Group Framework Agreement.
Works will include;
• Structural steelwork repairs
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• Grit blasting and repainting of the structural steelwork
• Repairs to the cast iron façades
• Grit blasting and repainting of the cast iron façades
• Repairs to the underside of the bridge's concrete deck
• Improvements to the structural drainage systems
• Replacement of expansion joints
• Restoration of, and repairs to, the King's Own Scottish Borderers War Memorial (located on the east plinth of the bridge's south pier)
• Installation of permanent platforms to improve access provisions for future inspection and minor maintenance
• All temporary scaffolding required to access the structure
If approved, the contract will be considered by Finance and Resources Committee for approval, with the refurbishment expected to begin in the summer.
The project will benefit from £10m funding approved in the 2018/19 budget, set by Council on Thursday, 22 February adding to an existing £12m allocated under the Capital Investment Programme 2018-2023.
Cllr Lesley Macinnes said: "This historic bridge is a familiar and much-loved focal point in the city centre, and it's clear that it requires some much-needed restoration.
"I am delighted that, thanks to prudent financial management, we will be able to progress with a series of repairs, ensuring the longevity of this iconic structure."
Image credit: The City of Edinburgh Council.
(LM/MH)
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