Grand union Canal Bridge 15 Whilton Locks

Detail

From Date: 31/07/2021 20:30

To Date: 02/08/2021 13:57 inclusive

Type: Navigation Closure

Reason: 3rd Party Works

Is the towpath closed? Yes

Location

Closest waterway: Grand Union Canal

Starts at: Bridge 15, Whilton Lock Bridge

Ends at: Bridge 15, Whilton Lock Bridge

Updates

02/08/2021 13:57

The works are now completed and both the Navigation and the towpath are open.

Description

Anglian Water have requested emergency 3rd party works to deal with a burst water main set under the road on the Bridge. 

The navigation is being closed at this location as it is unknown what structural damage the burst water main has caused to the bridge. As well as this the use of heavy plant digging on the bridge means it is not safe to pass underneath. 

We are working with Anglian water and their contractors to ensure as little disruption as possible is caused and we can reopen the navigation as soon as possible. At this time the estimate for repair completion is 5pm Monday. We will continue to update as we know more.

We realise this is not ideal at this point in the season, however public safety must be a priority.