FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

How long will the bridge be?

1.2 kilometres

How wide will it be?

The bridge will be a wide single carriageway, 3 lanes wide. Taken with the existing bridge, the current road capacity across the Forth at Kincardine will be more than doubled. This capacity is more than adequate for all reasonable future needs.

What will the bridge be called?

The name of the bridge was announced on 1 October 2008 by the Transport Minister Stewart Stevenson, see News Release.

Will the bridge be tolled?

There are no plans to toll either the existing Kincardine Bridge or the new bridge.

When will the bridge be built?

Following the conclusion of the tender, construction will now start in June 2006. Construction of the main crossing and approach roads is anticipated to take 24 - 30 months to complete.

Will the bridge cater for pedestrians and cyclists?

Yes. There is a combined cycleway/footway proposed for the west side of the bridge.

What will be the main benefits of the project?

The main benefits of the project include:

• Reducing traffic congestion on trunk roads converging at Kincardine.
• Improving the environment for residents living in Kincardine.
• Encouraging economic development in the Forth Valley area by improving transport links.
• Allowing the refurbishment of the existing bridge to be undertaken with the minimum amount of disruption.

How much will it cost?

Please refer to the Transport Scotland website (www.transportscotland.gov.uk) for an estimate of costs.

Who will be involved in the project?

The Contractor is Morgan VINCI Joint Venture.

The joint venture comprises Morgan Est and Vinci Construction Grands Projets.

There are two Consulting Civil Engineering companies involved in designing the project - W.A Fairhurst and Partners, and Benaim.

The complete design will in checked by an independent consultant, Gifford.

Transport Scotland have appointed Jacobs to oversee the project.