Highway structures
We inspect and maintain hundreds of highway structures across South Gloucestershire.
We look after:
- footpath bridges
- road bridges
- retaining walls
- culverts (structures carrying roads over rivers, watercourses or ditches)
- cattle grids
- pedestrian subways
How we maintain our structures
We aim 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
How to report a defective highway structure
Contact us by email on highwaystructures@southglos.gov.uk or call 01454 868000 to report a dangerous highway structure.
Please note:
- bridges and structures over and under motorways are the responsibility of the Highways England
- bridges which carry railways over roads are normally the responsibility of Network Rail
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