Work Item Summary
- Project Phase
- Phase 1
- Region
- Oxfordshire
- Location
- Thorpe Mandeville
- Worksite Name
- Banbury Road
- Contractor
- EKFB JV
- Type of works
- Road closure
- Estimated Start Date
- 18/06/2025
- Estimated End Date
- 27/06/2025
What we are doing
Between Thorpe Mandeville and Culworth we have been building the Lower Thorpe viaduct. In mid-June we will be launching the Lower Thorpe viaduct over Banbury Lane. The viaduct deck structure is made of steel which will be launched across the piers using a winch.
This launching process involves sliding the entire structure into place using a counterweight at the nose and tail help keep the metal frame in line to land smoothly on the piers as it progresses.
While we complete this activity above the road, a short closure of Banbury Lane is required, with a signed diversion along the Greatworth Temporary Road.
Access will be maintained for businesses and residents on Banbury Lane.
When will these works take place?
• 6am Wednesday 18 June to 6am Friday 27 June 2025
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