Works Extent
Blackstone Bridge, located approximately 5 kilometres northwest of Cork City, is a single span masonry arch humpback road bridge with 90-degree skew to its approach and exit. The works undertaken on the bridge were:
- Rebuilding/repair of damaged sections of masonry parapets and approaches;
- Installation of new public lighting scheme on approaches;
- Upgrade/replacement of existing approach signage and road markings;
- Resurfacing of bridge carriageway and approaches.
Objectives
The objectives of the works were to:
- Restore the overall structural integrity of the bridge;
- Improve road user safety through improved visibility (public lighting and approach signage) and resurfacing of bridge carriageway and approaches with upgraded road markings.
Timeline
Start: Construction began in April 2021.
Finish: Project was completed in Q3 2021.
For further information please contact Dan O'Sullivan, Senior Executive Engineer at email dan_osullivan@corkcity.ie
