Innovative solution for Trafalgar Park Footbridge

A new hybrid cathodic protection treatment is being used on the Trafalgar Park Footbridge after a recent inspection revealed corrosion of the reinforcing steel within the concrete structure supporting the bridge.

With the level of corrosion discovered, the remaining life of the bridge was estimated at 10 years.

The hybrid cathodic protection treatment which is currently being applied to the Trafalgar Park Footbridge, is designed to give the bridge a 50-year life.
The contact with the tidal salt water makes this location a tough environment for reinforced concrete.

For further information go to the Council website.