Albert Bridge remains closed to traffic after cracks found

"The much loved bridge, which connects Battersea to Chelsea, was opened in 1873 and is over 150 years old. Drivers can expect an update on the repair of the 150-year-old bridge later this month, after investigations are complete. Just like the iconic Tower Bridge, Albert Bridge is one of the only bridges in London to have never been replaced The bridge remains open to pedestrians,"

"According to Councillor Johnny Thalassites, who is Kensington and Chelsea council's lead member for environment and planning, the bridge "requires constant care and attention". "The safety of the bridge's users is our absolute priority, so we have taken the precautionary step of closing the bridge to vehicles to allow our expert teams to carry out further investigations," he said, adding that work was progressing "at pace"."

Albert Bridge connects Battersea to Chelsea and opened in 1873, making it over 150 years old. The bridge remains open to pedestrians but is closed to vehicles while expert teams carry out investigations and repairs. Drivers have been diverted to nearby Chelsea Bridge and Battersea Bridge. An update on repair plans is expected later this month after investigations conclude. The bridge requires constant care and attention and the safety of users has been prioritised, prompting the precautionary vehicle closure. Albert Bridge is a Grade II-listed structure and, alongside Tower Bridge, is one of only two London bridges never to have been replaced.

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