Partially collapsed rural Stirlingshire bridge 'fit for use' despite lack of full repairs
dailyrecord.co.ukA section of a bridge in Croftamie remains “fit for use” after it partially collapsed last year as the council attempt to carry out repairs and re-open the route.In October last year, the A809 road through Croftamie was shut, from the B834 to the A811, after a section of wall and pavement at Catter Burn Bridge partially collapsed.The bridge sits on the Glasgow side of the village and is the main link between Glasgow and East Loch Lomondside.At the time of the collapse and closure, one concerned resident contacted the Stirling Observer to raise concerns over how long any repair works would take.Stirling Council this week confirmed that preliminary works to determine the nature of the repair have been completed.
A spokesperson said: “All survey and ground investigation works have taken place and it has been determined that the existing arch remains fit for use.“Discussions with potential contractors took place on-site and online.
A completed design for structural improvement works is due for completion by the end of this month.“We will continue to engage with the local community and provide updates on progress.”Following the closure, we also told how motorists ignoring road closures and ‘local access only’ restrictions had left villagers fearing a serious accident may occur.
Drymen Community Council say that villagers have been left fearing that a bad accident may happen. Drymen Community Council secretary Andrew Richardson told the Observer: “The official diversion route is via the A811 and A81.
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