Co Antrim: Stretch of Lower Ballinderry route closed after bridge damage confirmed
The Department for Infrastructure (DfI) has confirmed a section of the Boghead Bridge Road, Lower Ballinderry, is to close with immediate effect.
It follows an inspection by engineers who identified damage affecting the bridge structure.
In a statement on Tuesday, DfI said: “In the interests of public safety, the decision has been taken to close a section of Boghead Bridge Road with immediate effect.
"Engineers are currently carrying out detailed structural assessments to fully understand the extent of the damage and to determine the most appropriate solution.
“Once these assessments are complete, the Department will be in a better position to provide further information on the proposed works and associated timescales.”
Diversions are in place via the U1005 Diamond Lane, C10 Brankinstown Road and U1004 (Off Brankinstown Road) with motorists urged to follow the signage, drive with due care and attention, and allow extra time for their journeys.
Acknowledging the closure will cause disruption and delays, DfI went on to apologise for any inconvenience caused.