The Bridge, Taunton, Temporary Road Closure due to Bridge Repair Works.

Somerset Council

Temporary Closure of The Bridge, Taunton

Somerset Council in exercise of its powers under Section 14 (1) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 as amended, have made an Order prohibiting all traffic from proceeding along The Bridge - from the junction with Wood Street, southwards for a total distance of 137 metres. This Order will enable Walters to carry out phased bridge repair works on behalf of Somerset Council (as and when signed on site).

The Order becomes effective on 30th May 2024 and will remain in force for eighteen months. The works are expected to commence on 5th June 2024 and last until 6th July 2024 between the hours of 19:00 - 06:00 for a total of 31 nights.

Please visit https://one.network/?tm=135930375 for further information on the alternative route. Please note that should you require to view a closure which is more than two weeks ahead, you will need to register for free with One.Network.

For information about the works being carried out please contact Walters Group on 0797 719 7139 quoting reference number ttro036636W(TD).

Duncan Sharkey, Chief Executive

Dated: 30th May 2024

Statement of Reasons for making the Order

a) because works are being or are proposed to be executed on or near the road; or b) because of the likelihood of danger to the public, or of serious damage to the road, which is not attributable to such works.