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Harewood Bridge to reopen today after works completed ahead of schedule

Harewood Bridge will reopen again at around lunchtime today (Friday) after essential maintenance work was completed ahead of schedule.

Harewood Bridge to reopen today after works completed ahead of schedule Harewood Bridge will reopen again at around lunchtime today (Friday) after essential maintenance work was completed ahead of schedule. The works, which include waterproofing, resurfacing and repairs, were originally due to be completed next Thursday (24th August). Previously Leeds City Council has carried out temporary repair patches to extend the longevity of the carriageway, but these repairs could no longer continue without fixing the underlining problem. The works started on 26th July and lasted just over three weeks. Benefits of the maintenance work carried out include a reduction in congestion caused by unplanned emergency closures for carriageway repairs. There's also the reduced risk of accidents caused by potholes in the carriageway. Councillor Helen Hayden, Leeds City Council’s executive member for sustainable development and infrastructure, said:

“I’m delighted to see Harewood Bridge re-open to vehicles after successfully completing the water proofing repairs and surfacing, almost a week ahead of schedule. "I would like to thank people for their patience and apologise for any disruption during the works. Also, thank you to the team and contractors, for getting this important strategic route back open as quickly as possible.”
The historic Grade II* listed Harewood Bridge carries the A61 Leeds to Harrogate Road across the River Wharfe at Harewood. The council has said that an overnight closure will be required "probably in September" to complete some specialist surfacing work. Read more local stories from Your Harrogate here.

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