Tay Road Bridge fully reopens after six month 'refurbishment' project

Dundee Council confirmed restrictions will be lifted on Friday as the first phase of a major refurbishment programme is completed.

Tay Road Bridge connecting Fife and Dundee fully reopens after six month ‘refurbishment’ project — Tay Road Bridge: The crossing has fully reopened to motorists. iStock

Beth Franklin

15th Dec 2023

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Tay Road Bridge has fully reopened after six months of work to upgrade one of its busiest sections.

Dundee Council confirmed that carriageway closures and traffic management arrangements will be lifted on Friday as the first phase of a major refurbishment programme is completed.

The north (Dundee) bound carriageway will reopen, meaning the south (Fife) bound carriageway will have all restrictions lifted.

For the first time since the bridge was built in 1966, the surface was completely removed down to the concrete bridge deck, with waterproofing applied and a new asphalt surface laid on top.

92 new expansion or movement joints were also installed in the refurbishment.

Chair of the Tay Road Bridge Joint Board councillor Gary Holt of Fife Council reminded the public that the project is only half-way complete but said he was “pleased” with the progress.

“This work is essential to keep the structure safe and in good condition and aside from a few minor incidents, drivers have coped well with what I know was an inconvenience, particularly for people who use the bridge every day,” he said.

“When work is completed in both directions next year the new road surface will provide a smoother and more secure journey across the bridge for drivers.”

Plans for next year’s work on the south (Fife) bound carriageway have been updated as a result, most notably bringing the start date forward to March.