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‘Steel collar’ fixed to worn bridge over M50 in south Dublin

A custom-made steel collar has been installed on the central pier of Blackglen Road Bridge over the M50 in south Dublin following a routine inspection that identified wear on the structure. The bridge, built in 2000, connects residential and commercial areas in Sandyford. Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII) stated that the repair is part of its maintenance program and costs approximately €400,000. Engineers selected a high-strength stainless-steel collar to strengthen the bridge and ensure its longevity.

A custom-made steel collar has been fixed to the central pier of Blackglen road bridge over the M50 in south Co Dublin , after a routine inspection found the structure was showing wear.

Blackglen Bridge carries traffic over the M50 at Ballinteer near Junction 13 and links residential and commercial areas in Sandyford and the surrounding area.

The 97m-long, two‑span concrete bridge was constructed in 2000.

Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII) said “during a principle inspection of Blackglen Bridge, wear was observed in the upper portion of the central pier. Following a more detailed special inspection, it was determined that structural strengthening would be required.”

Structural engineers Roughan and O’Donovan and TII selected a custom-made, high‑strength, stainless‑steel collar, which TII confirmed has now been fitted to the central pillar.

TII spokesman Sean O’Neill said the cost of the work was part of the authority’s overall maintenance programme and cost “in the region of €400,000”.

O’Neill said the work “was to maintain the 120-year lifespan of a bridge structure which has taken significant daily usage over the last few decades”.

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Source document: Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII)

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The Irish TimesIndependent🔒Center3 days ago
‘Steel collar’ fixed to worn bridge over M50 in south Dublin

A custom-made steel collar has been installed on the central pier of Blackglen Road Bridge over the M50 in south Dublin following a routine inspection that identified wear on the structure. The bridge, built in 2000, connects residential and commercial areas in Sandyford. Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII) stated that the repair is part of its maintenance program and costs approximately €400,000. Engineers selected a high-strength stainless-steel collar to strengthen the bridge and ensure its longevity.

Bias read (Center): The article provides a factual account of infrastructure maintenance without taking a stance on political issues. It focuses on technical details of the bridge repair and includes quotes from officials involved, presenting information neutrally.

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