The beams for the new Brisco Footbridge on the Carlisle Southern Link Road (CSLR) were lifted into place this week in a ‘significant milestone’ for the project.
The CSLR will connect Junction 42 of the M6 with the A595 to the west. The route will include new junctions linking existing radial routes into Carlisle and the proposed Garden Village.
The route will include bridges over two main railway lines and the Caldew and Petteril rivers, a network of footways and cycleways and an extensive programme of landscaping and environmental mitigation.
The 8km long road will provide vital infrastructure to relieve congestion in Carlisle and provide the access and network capacity to enable the successful and accelerated delivery of St Cuthbert's Garden Village.
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Road closures and traffic lights in place for southern link road works
A spokesperson for Cumberland Council said: “Once the shared use cycle footbridge opens to the public, it will provide a vital link between the villages of Brisco and Wreay.
“This marks a significant milestone in our ongoing efforts to enhance connectivity and accessibility for our communities.
“Not only will this bridge offer a quick traffic free route for pedestrians and cyclists, but it will also ensure our stunning local countryside can be accessed and enjoyed by all.”
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