Scale Lane Bridge Investigation Begins in Hull City Center

Hull’s Scale Lane Bridge needs fixing. Work has now started on the city center bridge. The bridge closed to walkers and cyclists in December because a check found some parts needing replacement.

The bridge swung open for ships, as river traffic has legal priority. A company will check the bridge first, starting today and finishing February 28. They will look for more needed repairs.

These extra repairs could help the bridge last longer. The repairs reduce surprise closures in the future. They will also plan maintenance for later this year.

A council member understands the bridge’s importance and wants to fix it safely. They also want to keep it open for walking, which reduces problems from Drypool Bridge work, as that work begins this spring.

Like other Hull bridges, this one is complex. They want to protect it for the future and appreciate everyone’s patience during the closure. They also want cooperation during repairs.

Scale Lane Bridge connects the Old Town and The Deep. It opened in June 2013 and has won awards for its design. A magazine listed it as a top bridge.