How we maintain our structures

Bridge maintenance

The Highways Structures Team aims to:

  • Ensure the safety of those using the roads supported by bridges and retaining walls
  • Maintain our highway structures using the funds allocated to us

We manage and maintain our highway structures by carrying out the following procedures:

  • Inspections
  • Maintenance of records
  • Bridge assessment and strengthening
  • Routine maintenance
  • Minor maintenance
  • Emergency maintenance

See 'Read more' to find out more. 


For further details or to report a defective highways structure contact the Highways Section.

If it is outside office hours and the structure is dangerous, please call the 24 hours council emergency hotline on 01454 868004.