Fairburn Ings Railway Bridge Scaffolding Repairs

Works have been completed however Contractors are currently unable to remove scaffolding and pontoons from the watercourse due to high river levels and flooding.

We have been advised that the works require an extension due to increased scope of works instructed by Network Rail and Wakefield Council which requires the scaffolding to be erected for a further few weeks, until 30 September.

Contractor has been asked to replace the rotten footway boards on Wakefield Council’s walkway which is attached to the main railway structure. As a result of this works will continue for another few weeks on site.

Contractor has informed us of additional repairs to the structure which takes the completion date to 17th July.

Amco will be undertaking strengthening works to Fairburn Ings Network Rail Bridge, in the form of scaffolding and pontoons. The majority of the structure will be covered in scaffolding, apart from a navigable channel in the centre to enable access.

Boaters and other navigation traffic passing by may be delayed for up to 20 minutes to enable any plant to move out of the way.