Design announced for new covered footbridge over M602

Following public consultation, a popular pedestrian bridge over the M602 will get a new stylish canopy.

A popular pedestrian bridge over the M602, which has been serving communities and businesses in Eccles, will have a new canopy in the style of a steel mesh dome.

Highways England are working in partnership with Salford Council, and will replace the 40 year-old previous structure, which was becoming challenging to repair due to its age.

The consultation in 2015 involved local people, giving them the opportunity to choose the design. Work will begin in late Summer.

Project Manager Mark Mosley said: “The route is very important as it serves the station and the town, but the bridge canopy is looking very ragged these days and becoming more difficult to repair. Everyone agrees that a smart new bridge will provide a much improved welcome to Eccles from the station.

“Though we won’t be starting work until later in the summer, we’re doing everything we can as early as possible to inform people about the scheme, and to minimise the disruption it may cause.”

Councillor Roger Jones, lead member for transport, Salford City Council, said: “This local landmark is in need of a facelift after 40 years and unfortunately this can’t be done with it open. I’m delighted that Highways England has worked with local people on the new design for the canopy and I look forward to seeing it in place.”

The bridge will be closed for approximately 12 weeks whilst the work is taking place. There will be a diversion in place on the shortest well-lit walking route via Church Street, John William Street and Wellington Road.

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