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Safety first in removal of 'deteriorating' bridges on M5 - BBC News

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A bridge over the M5 has edge beams that are crumbling. On the motorway, lorries and cars travel underneath the bridge. There are trees on the verge to the side of the road, the sky is cloudy, and the surface of the motorway looks slightly wet.

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M5 to close for weekend demolition of deteriorating footbridges

Overview

National Highways is closing a stretch of the M5 between junctions 11 and 12 in both directions to demolish two deteriorating footbridges, Grove Court and Uphill Court, for public safety. Officials stated the 60-year-old structures suffered from freeze-thaw damage and risked dropping concrete onto the live carriageway. Drivers have been urged to follow official diversion routes.

Key points

  • The M5 will be closed between junctions 11 and 12 from Friday at 23:00 BST until Monday at 06:00.
  • Grove Court and Uphill Court footbridges are being removed due to severe, faster-than-anticipated deterioration.
  • National Highways warned that winter freeze-thaw cycles could cause concrete to drop onto the active motorway.
  • The northbound junction 11a exit slip road is closed to store equipment and plant vehicles for the operation.
  • The bridges have been in place for over 60 years and were originally slated for replacement in 2029.
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