Nuneham Railway Viaduct repairs 2023: river restriction notice
Published 6 April 2023
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When
Thursday 6 April to Friday 5 May 2023.
Where
Abingdon reach, Nuneham Railway Viaduct.
Details
The southern arch of Nuneham Railway Viaduct will be closed for boat users’ safety, and emergency construction works.
This restriction is for initial works to be taken under the south railway arch prior to further bridge repairs, during the overall repair of the bridge abutment.
During this time there will be a restricted river under the southern arch of the railway bridge. Caution is to be taken by boat masters when travelling via northern arch route, as this will be two-way traffic, and masters must take note of any instructions given by staff as to navigation past this point.
A pontoon will be moved into position to enable works to be taken from beneath the railway bridge in the channel. This will completely obstruct the southern arch during works. Subsequently the pontoon will be removed to a safe mooring when work is finished.
This construction and emergency work will be dependent on the current river conditions and may be carried out over various dates.
Those in charge of boats should be aware that they are responsible for avoiding collision and should use all available means appropriate to the circumstances and conditions to decide if there is a risk of immediate danger and avoid it
We apologise for any inconvenience these works cause and thank you for your patience during this time.