THE Warburton toll bridge will close for up to four weeks in the new year to allow carriageway resurfacing works.
The works are set to take place from January 6 and will involve a full closure during the works.
Works have been ongoing following approval from the Department for Transport to upgrade the bridge and update the toll rate, the outcome of an inquiry held by the Department into the matter in 2022.
Motorists in the area should allow extra time and/or use alternative routes.
In approving the toll update, the Department for Transport agreed the bridge needs extensive repair work and renovations to provide a modern crossing for road users, which will improve reliability and cut journey times.
There will be a discount scheme in place for local residents once the upgrade works are complete and the toll is restored. The new toll will cover future maintenance and repair work, required to ensure the bridge remains safe and operational.
Warrington Borough Council has made an Order under Section 14 of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984. The effect of which is to introduce a prohibition of driving on Warburton Bridge Road from its junction with Manchester Road to its junction with Paddock Lane.
The Order will be effective from 6th January 2025. The closure is for a period of 4 weeks, however, will be in place as and when signed on site. Access will be under the control of the relevant Contractor for the duration of the works. The alternative route will be via Manchester Road, Kingsway North, Kingsway South, Knutsford Road, Camsley Lane, Booths Hill Road, Eagle Brow, The Cross, New Road, Rushgreen Road, Birchbrook Road, Mill Lane and vice versa. The closure is required to allow for carriageway resurfacing works to take place.
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The bridge shown in the photograph is not the Warburton bridge which is tolled, and over which there has been much discussion on the increase of toll charges. The tolled Warburton bridge crosses a dried up stream bed and has a span of about 15 to 20 feet.