Source/Archive record (Website) SLI18661 - New tech for one of Britain's most-bashed bridges

Title New tech for one of Britain's most-bashed bridges
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Date/Year 2024

Abstract/Summary

"Vehicles striking a bridge in Grantham have cost the taxpayer more than half a million pounds, according to Network Rail. Harlaxton Road railway bridge has been hit 11 times since March 2024, resulting in a bill of £600,000 for delays and damages. Network Rail said new technology would be installed at the 173-year-old bridge to "focus on recovery" after incidents."

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Description

BBC news article published 16/01/2025.

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  • Harlaxton Road Railway Bridge, Grantham (Monument)

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Record last edited

Jan 16 2025 3:30PM

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