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Bridge 47 - Osberton Hall Road - Chesterfield Canal S81 OUF

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Detail

TypeTowpath Closure
Start Date2/2/2025, 9:00:00 AM
End DateOngoing
Start LocationLock 53, Osberton Lock
Ends LocationBridge 45B, Osberton Bailey Bridge
Towpath ClosedYes

Description

Structural damage on bridge 47 has raised safety concerns due to falling debris, posing a risk to anyone using the towpath beneath it.

The towpath is closed at this point.

Updates

Structural damage on bridge 47 has raised safety concerns due to falling debris, posing a risk to anyone using the towpath beneath it.

Locations of the towpath closure have been adjusted as there are no access points in between these locations.

This update is to deter people walking all the way down to the damaged bridge and be tempted to move the safety fences currently across the towpath to avoid a long trip back.

3/17/2025