Contractors appointed for works on Hull's Drypool Bridge
Faults were found in Drypool Bridge earlier this year
Hull City Council say they've appointed a contractor to work on the strengthening Drypool Bridge.
Routine inspections of the key bridge in Hull found weakness in April, that needed resolving to ensure the longevity and safety of the structure.
Esh Construction Limited and Mason Clark Associates have now been appointed by the City Council to carry out the design, repair, and strengthening works.
Their teams will undertake investigations of the bridge’s condition and prepare the schedule for the main repair and strengthening project.
Alongside these works, Mason Clark Associates will also be using their expertise to oversee the design phase, ensuring that the bridge’s historic character and charm is preserved.
There's no start date for works yet, but Garry Taylor, Assistant Director of Major Projects, Culture, and Place, said: “The appointment of the principal contractors is a significant milestone in the repair of Drypool Bridge, and it will be great to see work progress in the coming months.
In the meantime, the bridge retains sufficient loading capacity to operate safely and will continue to be open to all traffic until the major repairs commence.