Drivers face traffic delays as ageing M42 bridge set to be demolished over safety fears

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Drivers face traffic delays as ageing M42 bridge set to be demolished over safety fears.

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Drivers have been warned to expect continued delays after an ageing bridge over the M42 has been earmarked for demolition due to safety concerns.The 50-year-old Bickenhill Bridge on the northern side of the Junction 6 roundabout was closed by National Highways in July after inspectors found significant damage to the concrete and corrosion in the steel reinforcement.Following further assessments, engineers concluded the bridge was at risk of further deterioration and that repairing it would not provide a long-term solution.

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Instead, National Highways has confirmed the structure will be demolished and replaced with a new bridge built to modern standards.

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TRENDING Stories Videos Your Say The demolition is expected to take place during one of the planned M42 closures between Junctions 6 and 9 for HS2 construction work, in an effort to reduce disruption for motorists.

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Ian Doust, head of network planning and development at National Highways, said: "Many of the motorways and structures we...

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