Emergency bridge replacement on the R400 near Edenderry, completed on behalf of Offaly County Council, involving demolition, installation of precast culverts, in-situ works, and full road reinstatement.

Project Sector:

Road Infrastructure

Year Completed:

2023

Client:

Offaly County Council

Designer:

Offaly County Council

Location:

R400, Edenderry, Co. Offaly

Project Role:

Main Contractor & PSCS

Tower Plant & Civil Engineering Ltd was appointed as Main Contractor and PSCS to carry out urgent works on a structurally failing bridge on the R400. Under a full road closure managed by Tower, the existing structure was safely demolished and replaced. Key elements included:
  • Installation of precast foundation rails and a bottomless precast culvert
  • In-situ concrete deck construction
  • Installation of high-containment kerbing and roadside fencing
  • Resurfacing of the road and approaches
  • Implementation of a temporary steel crash deck under the bridge to eliminate the need for river diversion during demolition
This emergency scheme was delivered efficiently and safely, restoring critical transport infrastructure while protecting the surrounding environment.

Related Project

R400, Edenderry, Co. Offaly

Edenderry Inner Relief Road Phase 2

Emergency bridge replacement on

R400, Edenderry, Co. Offaly

Edenderry Inner Relief Road Phase 1

Emergency bridge replacement on

R400, Edenderry, Co. Offaly

R400 Peat Pilot Scheme

Emergency bridge replacement on