"London’s infrastructure concerns have deepened as Transport for London (TfL) imposed new weight restrictions on Vauxhall Bridge, banning vehicles over 18 tonnes. This decision follows a recent inspection revealing “some elements of the structure have deteriorated,” prompting safety concerns in the heart of the capital. The move echoes similar measures taken across the city’s vital river crossings."
"Just three months prior, Albert Bridge, less than two miles away, was closed to motor vehicles by Kensington and Chelsea Council after cracks were discovered. Hammersmith Bridge in west London has also faced an 18-tonne limit since April 2019 due to pedestal cracks. Buses and emergency vehicles are exempt from the new Vauxhall Bridge ban."
"TfL said Vauxhall Bridge carries an average of 39,500 vehicles per day, about 200 of which weigh more than 18 tonnes. The bridge has been closed to abnormal loads vehicles exceeding 44 tonnes or 11.5 tonnes per axle since 2023."
Transport for London imposed new weight restrictions on Vauxhall Bridge, banning vehicles over 18 tonnes after an inspection found some elements of the structure have deteriorated. The restriction raises safety concerns in central London and follows similar limits on other river crossings. Albert Bridge was closed to motor vehicles by Kensington and Chelsea Council after cracks were discovered. Hammersmith Bridge has had an 18-tonne limit since April 2019 due to pedestal cracks. Buses and emergency vehicles are exempt from the Vauxhall Bridge ban. TfL reported the bridge carries about 39,500 vehicles per day, with around 200 exceeding 18 tonnes. The bridge has also been closed to abnormal loads since 2023.
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