Following the removal of Ross Bridge for refurbishment, work has begun to install a temporary bridge. As the main parts of the temporary structure were lifted into place on Friday 6 March, Cornwall Council provided the following update:
“On Wednesday 4th March, with favourable sea conditions in place, the barge carrying the Ross Bridge was able to leave the basin as planned. It arrived safely in Falmouth at approximately 12.30pm after a seven‑hour journey. The bridge will now undergo its scheduled refurbishment works in Falmouth.
“At the same time and following the departure of the Gry Maritha from the dry dock, assembly of the temporary road bridge began on-site. As part of this highly complex operation, teams are working within the constraints of a busy harbour environment and the unique challenges that come with installing a temporary road bridge in this location.
“While significant progress has been made, some unexpected technical issues have arisen during the fitting of the temporary structure. These types of challenges, although frustrating, are not unusual in projects of this scale and complexity—particularly where temporary works must be precisely installed within a confined, marine setting.
“Our project team is working to resolve these issues, and our specialist subcontractors will be working over the weekend in an effort to accelerate the installation and reopening of the road. Installation will take place as soon as it is absolutely safe and technically possible to do so. Based on current progress, we are now working towards Tuesday 10 March, but it will be done sooner if possible.”
