POWYS County Council is pleased to confirm that Llandrinio Bridge has temporarily reopened to all traffic under controlled conditions last Friday (November 14).
In their previous update, they confirmed that essential repairs to Llandrinio Bridge were scheduled to begin on November 17, with full reopening expected in mid-December. Unfortunately, the recent, higher than forecast, heavy rainfall and rising river levels have delayed these plans, with conditions currently unsafe to recover the original stonework from the riverbed.
To maintain local connectivity and minimise disruption, the council has now put temporary arrangements in place and reopened the bridge to all traffic under controlled conditions last Friday (November 14).
The temporary traffic management measures on the bridge will allow vehicles to cross safely. However, with the reduced road width, motorists are urged to drive with care to avoid further damage to the structure.
The council remains committed to completing the full repair as soon as conditions allow. This will include recovering the original stonework and rebuilding the parapet wall using traditional techniques to preserve the bridge’s historic character. These works will require further closures, which will be scheduled to minimise disruption. The council will let residents, businesses and road users know the dates in due course.
Cllr Jackie Charlton, Cabinet Member for a Greener Powys, said: “We know how important Llandrinio Bridge is for local communities, and while the weather has delayed our original plans, reopening the bridge under controlled conditions will help maintain connectivity until full repairs can be completed.
“Please take extra care when crossing, the last thing we need is further damage to the other side of the bridge while the traffic management measures are in place.
“We will keep everyone informed about future closures to continue with the repair works as soon as dates are confirmed. Thank you for your patience and cooperation as we work to restore this historic structure safely.”
