B792 Bridge Over M8 Between Bathgate and Blackburn | Major Works
· Four months of traffic restrictions on M8 and B792 commence spring 2025
A major project to refurbish the bridge carrying the B792 local road over the M8 motorway between Bathgate and Blackburn is planned to commence in spring 2025 and continue for approximately four months.
The works will require a variety of traffic restrictions on both the M8 and the B792, including contraflow, lane closures, speed restrictions and overnight carriageway closures. Details are expected to be confirmed mid-February after a tender competition to appoint a contractor is concluded.
Planned works on the structure include steelwork repairs, concrete repairs, installation of cathodic protection to increase the longevity of concrete elements, and repainting of all existing steelwork.
David Bishop, BEAR Scotland’s South East Unit Bridges Manager, said: “The bridge over the M8 between Bathgate and Blackburn requires extensive refurbishment works to address defects and to extend its service life so that it continues to provide safe access over the motorway for local communities.
“We’re currently in the final stages of appointing a contractor and expect to start mobilising for works on site to commence in spring 2025.
“We’ll publish further information on the traffic restrictions that will be required as soon as details of the programme are confirmed.”
Consultation has been carried out with relevant stakeholders including West Lothian Council and emergency services to make them aware of the plans in advance.
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