Purpose of the Project
The renewal of the bridge over the railway on Shields Road is a joint investment between Network Rail and Glasgow City Council and will allow the long-term road restrictions on Shields Road to be removed, and the bridge returned to full capacity.
This bridge has been subject to weight restrictions for more than 20 years. The work programme will strengthen and repair the structure so that it is better able to handle the size and volume of traffic that needs to travel over it.
Duration of Works
The bridge will be closed for 13 months between August 2023 and September 2024.
We understand that this length of closure will be inconvenient for those who live in the local area and for those who use the road, but it is the only way we can safely and efficiently undertake this work.
Closue & Diversion Information
Shields Road will be closed to all vehicles between St. Andrew's Drive and Scotland Street from August 2023 until September 2024. A diversionary route for vehicles is in place during this time.
Pedestrian access (and for cyclists who dismount) will be maintained throughout via a temporary bridge which will be available when the bridge deck is being demolished and replaced.
Further information can be found at
https://scotlandsrailway.com/projects/shields-road
Project Duration Timeline
Milestones
September 2023 - Site establishment
October 2023 - March 2024 - Masonry works & service diversions
March 2024 - Bridge demolition
April - May 2024 - Piling & foundation works
June 2024 - Replacement bridge construction
July 2024 - OLE works
August - September 2024 - Demobilisation
