The new bridge replaced an old derelict structure. The new design had to meet both the requirement of the client as well as approval of the Environment Agency.

Utilising the expertise of the Structural Engineer and to avoid issues with any future erosion it was decided to support the bridge on concrete abutments which would extend below the stream bed.

3 No RSJ sections were incorporated into the design to enable the bridge to take the weight of the agricultural machinery, a reinforced concrete bed provided added strength and a hard wearing finished surface.