Kilrea Bridge to reopen to all traffic

The Kilrea Bridge in County Derry will fully reopen to all vehicles at 5.00pm on Wednesday. February 18, following the successful completion of the main repair works.

The bridge has been restricted to cars and light vehicles since early December, but these restrictions will now be lifted.

A Department for Infrastructure spokesperson said: "Permanent repair works at Kilrea Bridge have progressed well and are on schedule, allowing us to fully reopen the bridge to all traffic on Wednesday afternoon.

"This marks the completion of the structural stabilisation works and will restore normal access for all road users. 

"The Department is mindful of the impact the traffic restrictions have had on local residents, businesses and commuters and would like to thank them for their patience and cooperation throughout this period.

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"While the main structural work is complete and the width and weight restrictions removed, the temporary 40mph speed limit will remain in place for several weeks. This is to facilitate a number of minor construction activities, including masonry repairs, resurfacing, kerbing and improvements to the parapet. A temporary barrier will remain on the carriageway for the protection of both workers and road users during these operations," said the spokesperson.

"As weather conditions have not been suitable for repointing of the southwest wingwall the contractor will return during the summer months to complete this element of the work," they added.

"Any traffic management measures required for the remaining activities will be of a short duration and carried out during off-peak hours to minimise disruption."

Further information is available on the dedicated webpage: Kilrea Bridge, B64 Bann Road, Kilrea – Closure | Department for Infrastructure