A smoother road ahead for Drypool Bridge

RIVER HULL CROSSING TO CLOSE FOR 'EMERGENCY CARRIAGEWAY REPAIRS'

- By MARK PAGE

Work being carried out on Drypool Bridge last month

DRYPOOL Bridge will be closed for one night while "emergency repairs" are carried out. The surface on part of the River Hull crossing has deteriorated due to the recent cold weather, Hull City Council has said.

A temporary repair will be carried out in the coming days to “maintain safety and prevent further deterioration”. The bridge will be closed to all traffic from 6pm on Sunday, December 21 until 6am on Monday, December 22. Pedestrian access will be maintained during these times.

The council says these timings are “weather dependent”. Councillor Mark Ieronimo, cabinet portfolio holder for transport and infrastructure at Hull City Council, said: “Safety is, and always will be, our top priority. These emergency works are essential to keep the bridge safe for all users and to prevent further damage.

“We know these works will cause disruption, but we have been working closely with Esh Construction and our specialist contractors to minimise this as much as possible. So, I'm pleased these works have been scheduled to take place overnight, to reduce the impact on traffic.

“Thank you, in advance, to residents, businesses, and road users for your continued patience and support.”