Tay Road Bridge work under way

Dundee saw the equal largest population fall among Scottish cities. Picture: John Devlin

The second phase of major works on the Tay Road Bridge got under way in early March.

Carriageway closures and traffic management arrangements has been introduced on the south bound carriageway, in a mirror image of similar work successfully completed last year.

The crossing will be via a contraflow arrangement, with the southbound closed and both Fife and Dundee traffic using the remaining carriageway on a single lane basis. A maximum speed limit of 30mph will be in place throughout.

The works will see the original 1966 surface completely removed down to the concrete bridge deck and waterproofing applied before a new asphalt surface is laid on top. In addition, 92 new expansion or movement joints will be installed.

Contractors Volker Stevin are carrying out the works which it is hoped will be completed within six months. Users can keep up to date on the bridge’s twitter account, @tay_road _bridge.