WORCESTER Bridge has reopened to traffic in one direction. The main bridge linking the city centre and St John’s was closed earlier due to the flooding, while contraflow system was put in place. The bridge has now reopened with vehicles currently able to travel in one direction, from the city centre towards St John’s.
Is the main bridge in Worcester open?
Planned reopening of the bridge
The bridge is now closed due to the works where the old main span is removed and replaced with the new bridge deck.
Is Port Street in Evesham still closed?
Open for business
Whilst the works are in place, local businesses are able to fully open and are ready to welcome visitors. Access for pedestrians, those using a wheelchair, mobility scooter or pushing a pushchair will be maintained throughout the works.
How do I find out if a road is closed UK?
Live traffic information
Visit the Traffic England website for live information about traffic and road conditions across the major road network.
Is Worcester flooded?
There are no flood warnings or alerts in this area. This service tells you your risk of flooding from rivers, the sea and groundwater.
How old is Worcester Bridge?
Worcester Bridge was a fortified bridge built across the River Severn, at Worcester, in Worcestershire. Constructed at the start of the 14th century, it survived largely intact until it was replaced by a more modern crossing and demolished in 1781.
Is Bewdley bridge still closed today?
There are currently no traffic incidents to report in this area.
Is the A449 closed tonight?
There are currently no incidents reported on the A449 south.
Do road closures show on Google Maps?
Google Maps Will Now Show You Real-Time Accidents, Construction, And Road Closures.
How do I find local road conditions?
Check Current Highway Conditions
You can also call 1-800-427-7623 for current highway conditions.
Who is digging up my street?
Who keeps digging up our roads? The Council has a number of contractors who are responsible for maintaining our roads, footways and street furniture. Utility companies such as Thames Water, National Grid, UK Power Network, BT Openreach and Virgin Media also carry out works.
Is the River Severn flooded in Worcester?
Flood Alert issued on 24 Feb 2021 08:52
Flooding continues & is affecting low lying land & roads adjacent to the river from Highley to Tewkesbury. Stourport, Holt Fleet, Worcester, Kempsey, Severn Stoke, Upton upon Severn, South Quay, Diglis Parade & Hylton Road towpath may be affected.
How high is the river in Worcester?
Current River Level: 0.528m, falling
To navigate, press the arrow keys. The usual range of the River Severn at Worcester (Barbourne) is between 0.55m and 3.35m. It has been between these levels for 90% of the time since monitoring began.
How often does Worcester flood?
Many riverside walks and roads in Worcester experience flooding on average on an annual basis. Quay Street, Hood Street and the A443 Hylton Road, flood at a 1 in 2 year flood. Waterworks Road, Pitchcroft Lane, the Band House, Severn View Hotel and the County Cricket Ground all start to flood at a 1 in 3 year event.
What did the Romans call Worcester?
The Saxons called a Roman settlement a ceaster. They called this one Weogoran ceaster. Weorgoran means people of the winding river. In time the name changed to Worcester.
How did Worcester get its name?
Where did Worcester get its name? No one knows for sure, but there are two most prevalent opinions. Some believe the name Worcester comes from the Saxon Wegeraceaster, meaning war castle, while others say that the city may be named after the Battle of Worcester (UK) in 1651.
What was Worcester called in Roman times?
Worcester was a Roman ‘small town’ which may have been called Vertis, meaning ‘a bend in the river’. The town stood at a junction of the Roman roads which linked Worcester with Droitwich, and the fort at Kingsholme near Gloucester to that at Wroxeter near Shropshire.
Is Bewdley flooded today?
There are no flood warnings or alerts in this area. This service tells you your risk of flooding from rivers, the sea and groundwater.
Is Stourport bridge open yet?
Stourport Bridge (A451 Bridge Street) is closed due to a RTC.
Is Bromsgrove highway open?
⛔️ M6 J5-J6 | ROAD CLOSED.
Is the A4440 open?
The bridge which offers a much-improved crossing over the A4440 Southern Link Road in Worcester is now fully open for pedestrians and cyclists.