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Sinkhole between Bridge 11 and Bridge 12 on the Rochdale Canal (advice for towpath users)

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Detail

TypeAdvice
Start Date12/12/2023, 2:45:00 PM
End Date6/4/2024, 9:30:00 AM
Start LocationBridge 11, Midgely Road Bridge
Ends LocationBridge 12, Redacre Road Bridge
Towpath ClosedNo

Description

A sinkhole has occurred on the towpath, just upstream of Bridge 11, Midgely Road Bridge.

The local team are aware of it and will be placing fencing around the sinkhole as soon as possible.to make it safe for towpath users to walk around it.

Could towpath users, please be vigilant when using the towpath in this area.

Updates

The sinkhole has now been filled, and the issue is resolved

6/4/2024