Locals near Wentbride say they're relieved A1 roadworks will be completed soon
Drivers using the A1 near Pontefract in West Yorkshire are being reassured by National Highways that an end is in sight to long running roadworks – just in time for Christmas
Work to repair Grade II listed Wentbridge viaduct, which carries the A1 over the River Went, started in February 2023, nearly three years ago.
Lisa uses the A1 to get to work, she said: "I don't think any of us can believe it's taken three years, and until we see it complete open with no restrictions, we've got to see it to believe it."
The waterproofing and resurfacing scheme was run concurrently with work to repair nearby Wentedge Road bridge which carries the local Wentedge Road over the A1. National Highways said doing both projects at the same time has enabled traffic management along the A1 to be combined and reduce future inconvenience for drivers.
Their programme delivery manager John Stebbing said: “We are pleased to be able to announce that the end of the project - and the disruption to drivers’ journeys - is now in sight.
“We’d like to thank drivers and people living in the area for their patience while we have delivered these important and at times complex repairs.”
Wentedge Road bridge reopened in September after extensive work including concrete repairs, refurbishment of the bridge deck and installation of central bridge support, or pier, in the central reservation along the A1.