Network Rail has commenced a 11-week programme to revitalise a historic railway bridge spanning Eglinton Street (A77) near Glasgow Central station. The 140-year-old structure will undergo essential repairs, including rivet replacement, steelwork refurbishment, and a fresh coat of paint.
While the work progresses, motorists can expect lane closures on Eglinton Street to facilitate safe operations. These closures will shift from west to east throughout the project duration.
This project forms part of a larger £1.5 million investment by Network Rail to enhance the condition of railway bridges in the vicinity of Glasgow Central station. The refurbishment is scheduled for completion by April 2025, ensuring the continued safe and reliable operation of the vital rail link.
Christina Thomson, scheme project manager, Network Rail, said: "Our project at Eglinton Street is part of Network Rail's wider bridge improvement programme, extending the structure's life by at least 20-years.
"We know Eglinton Street is a key route from the southside of Glasgow into the city centre and we'll have traffic management in place to allow our team to safely deliver the work whilst keeping traffic moving.
"We're grateful to the community and road users for their patience over the next 11 weeks. The work is part of a wide-ranging bridge modernisation programme aimed at protecting and improving Scotland's Railway, with nearly £2 billion being invested to increase reliability and improve performance over the next five years."
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