Overnight closure - New bridge A629 roadwork improvements, Elland
Detail
From Date: 21/02/2022 17:30
To Date: 01/04/2022 06:00 inclusive
Type: Navigation Closure
Reason: 3rd Party Works
Is the towpath closed? Yes
Location
Closest waterway: Calder & Hebble Navigation
Starts at: Bridge 11, Stainland Bridge
Ends at: Lock 4, Longlees
Updates
04/02/2022 07:42
Contractors have advised that the piles, which are coming from Europe, have been delayed because of Covid restrictions.
The work will now start on 21st February when they are delivered.
Description
Contractors are carrying out piling work in relation to the installation of a new bridge associated with the A629 roadwork improvements.
Navigation traffic should not be affected as this is an overnight stoppage.
The pontoons being used may cause a restriction in the width of the canal during the daytime but boat passage will not be effected.
Can skippers of all craft slow down when approaching the site and follow any instructions given.
Please see separate notice regarding towpath diversion route.