NEW SOUTHEND BRIDGE IS PROGRESSING WELL

[Kintyre Forum News]

After collapsing during a severe storm in August this year, work to re-build Dunglass Bridge in Southend is progressing well.

Over the last few months, Argyll and Bute Council has considered various options for replacement of the bridge, with a single span bridge coming out on top as the best solution.

Councillor John Semple said: "Dunglass Bridge is situated on the U13 Macharioch Road and is extremely important to the many people who live in that area.

"Because of this, the Council made it a priority to get the bridge rebuilt as quickly as possible and workers have been on site carrying out remedial works since the beginning of November.

"After diverting the water mains and telephone cable, a temporary crane platform was constructed to allow the deck to be lifted into place and construction of the abutments. Once the deck is in place, approach walls will be constructed and the services reinstated in the bridge.

"On completion of works, The Council's Operational Services team will also carry out remedial work on adjacent sections of road which were damaged during the storm. During this time the road will be open for normal vehicular access and opening/closing times will be publicised in advance. Works are expected to be completed early in the New Year."

The Council would like to express its gratitude for the co-operation of the landowners, Margo Turner and David Barbour, and to SEPA, Scottish Water and BT for their prompt actions which enabled the construction to commence at short notice.

[MIZZY]

I took a walk down to DUNGLASS bridge yesterday, The council roads boys have done an excellent job so far. WELL DONE ROADS SQUAD

[dustybin]

New Dunglass bridge Some road works still to be done but council working hard to insure christmas opening.

[Mary G]

Thanks for this dustybin! Looks very good.

What do the folk think who live round that hill? There was some chat at one point that the bridge would be limited in terms of the HGV traffic it could take - that pleased some (who wanted very little 'industry') and got an understandably hostile reaction from the farmers who need to get cattle moved out in floats, and milk tankers around the route regularly.

Does this bridge 'fit the bill'?

Cheers
M

[John S]

Mary doll, it is my understanding that the bridge is sufficient to deal with the normal traffic of the road. However I'm sure if you know otherwise you'll be able to back it with some evidence.

[Mary G]

John S

Have you moved? If you read my comment carefully, you will see that it is addressed at people who live around that hill. I was not aware that you had moved up in the world, and flitted to that most delighteful part of the planet.


And you do realise that your cheap and cheesy attempts to use over-familiar terms like 'Mary Doll' say a lot about you and your choice of communication style, don't you? I would have thought that someone in your position would seek to be more circumspect in deciding how to address people.

Season's greetings.

[4th gen Suthen']

Thanks for this dustybin! Looks very good.

What do the folk think who live round that hill? There was some chat at one point that the bridge would be limited in terms of the HGV traffic it could take - that pleased some (who wanted very little 'industry') and got an understandably hostile reaction from the farmers who need to get cattle moved out in floats, and milk tankers around the route regularly.

Does this bridge 'fit the bill'?

Cheers
M

Wow, the bridge looks great, that is my first sight of it or the work they have been doing.

Word was that it would be open yesterday but looks like there is quite a bit to be done before traffic (floats, tractors and milk tankers included!) can be allowed over it.

I'm looking forward to going straight on at the foot of the Doo-in again soon though....and I bet you it will be a long, long time till the residents of that side of the hill come round our way just for a "run" or a "wee change"! maybe that will be them for LIFE! I think it might

JohnS...has someone hacked your account?

[Mary G]

Thanks for that, 4th Gen'.

I agree, it is very impressive. And glad to hear that it sounds like it does the trick.

Sleepy Valley can return to normal

[4th gen Suthen']

There are a lot of lorries heading round there today. I now hear it will be open tonight!

[Mary G]

Cue: Bridge Party!

That would be fun ... just not the weather for it ...

[John S]

When did the weather ever come between you and a party Mary, have a good Christmas when it comes.

[Mary G]

Well, did it open? News? Reviews?

All very exciting, in a local kind of way

[4th gen Suthen']

It is very exciting, in a local kind of way, but it is not open yet!

[Mary G]

Yeah - a local source (whose husband had a wee look yesterday) said that it will be tonight. That said, they live almost as close as you can get to the bridge without being directly affected ie they don't need to do detours.

So, when you have driven over it you can report back!

M

[4th gen Suthen']

yes, that was the word at the church today...that it will be open tonight. The farmer's wife sittiing beside me will be very pleased indeed!

And as far as I can figure out Mary, I saw your scource sitting over below the balcony...his bro with them.