Solheim bridge removal
A section of the A9 at Gleneagles will be shut at the weekend to allow safe removal of two temporary footbridges used during The Solheim Cup.
The bridges were provided for thousands of spectators arriving and leaving by train during the famous international womens’golf tournament.
To facilitate a safe dismantling of the bridges, the A9 will be closed overnight in both directions at Gleneagles between 7.30pm and 6.30am on Saturday, September 21.
The road will be open overnight tonight, September 20, however single lane closures will be in place for safety while teams continue with operations to remove the safety barriers next to the structures.
Similar works took place yesterday, September 19, on the road to remove the footbridges. All traffic management restrictions will be removed during the daytime.
Short local diversions will be provided through the Gleneagles, Auchterarder and Aberuthven junctions of the A9 during the closure times. Pedestrian access to the train station will be maintained but bus stops within the closures will not be operational during overnight works.
The coordination of the overnight closures has been in collaboration and discussion with Transport Scotland, Perth and Kinross Council and the police.
Andy Thompson, BEAR Scotland’s north east unit representative, said:“We’re pleased that the temporary structures were able to assist thousands of spectators in accessing one of the biggest golfing events on the sporting calendar, helping to reduce disruption to motorists while providing safer access to those on foot.
“As we did during the installation process, to keep everyone safe we need to close the A9 in both directions on Thursday night and Saturday night while we safely take down the structures, and our teams will work to complete operations as quickly and safely as possible.
“We thank road users for their patience in advance and encourage all motorists to follow the traffic management and diversion routes which will be sign posted in advance. ”
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