Rea Bridge in Neen Sollars reopens following partial collapse
Rea Bridge in Neen Sollars, which was closed in July after parts of it collapsed following exceptionally severe flooding has reopened to traffic.
Repair work on the listed bridge is estimated to have cost in the region of £75,000. The work involved the building of a new foundation for the bridge’s south-western wing wall and rebuilding the bridge’s collapsed wing and parapet walls.
Councillor Simon Jones, Shropshire Council’s Cabinet member responsible for bridge maintenance said:
‘‘I’m pleased that it has been possible to complete the work and re-open the bridge despite the wet weather that we have experienced recently. Because the bridge is a listed building, the repair has been carried out in consultation with the Council’s conservation team ’’.
Local ward member for Cleobury Mortimer, Councillor Gwilym Butler added;
“I would like to thank the officers from Shropshire Council and the contractors in the way they have given this repair priority to get it re-opened. It is a vital artery within the community and I know residents and businesses alike will be pleased.”
