The M74/M8 westbound link bridge, crossing over Carnoustie Street, will connect the M74 to the westbound secondary carriageway (outer braid) of the M8 at the existing Carnoustie Street on ramp. This will allow westbound traffic on the M74 to connect freely with the M8.
The three span bridge is supported at each end by reinforced concrete supports (abutments) and at two intermediate locations by twin sloping reinforced concrete columns (piers). The bridge deck (superstructure) is made up of precast concrete beams with reinforced concrete cast in place over the beams. Once the main superstructure is in place, follow on works (finishes) are required to complete the bridge parapets, to waterproof the bridge and to lay the road surfacing ready for use.
The erection of the bridge beams will require short term closures of Carnoustie Street.
| ID | Task Name | Start | Completion |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | M74/M8 Westbound Link Bridge | Autumn 2008 | Autumn 2009 |
| 2 | Westbound Link Pier 2 (East) | Autumn 2008 | Early 2009 |
| 3 | Westbound Link Pier 1 (West) | Autumn 2008 | Early 2009 |
| 4 | Westbound Link East Abutment | Winter 2008 | Spring 2009 |
| 5 | Westbound Link West Abutment | Early 2009 | Spring 2009 |
| 6 | Westbound Link Superstructure | Spring 2009 | Autumn 2009 |
| 7 | Westbound Link Finishes | Summer 2009 | Autumn 2009 |
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