Tfl to begin essential work on A4 Hammersmith Flyover in November 2011

TfL have announced that work will begin in order to preserve and extend the operational life of the A4 Hammersmith flyover in November 2011, as part of its ongoing maintenance of road structures across the Capital.

The four lane flyover, which crosses the Hammersmith gyratory and links the A4 Talgarth Road to the A4 Great West Road, was constructed in the 1960s and elements of the structure are approaching the end of their operational life.

In light of this, TfL has been carrying out detailed monitoring inside the flyover since 2008, in particular checking the condition of the internal cables which help to hold the spans in place.

Recent results from this monitoring have shown that repair work needs to be carried out earlier than anticipated.

TfL has therefore now begun work to design and carry out temporary bridge strengthening works to reinforce the spans.

This will allow the structure to remain open to the public, while a more permanent option is developed.

Preliminary work will begin in mid-October, with main work commencing in November 2011, and is expected to be completed by summer 2012.

Any road closures or disruption will be kept to an absolute minimum while these works are carried out and further details regarding local traffic restrictions will be announced nearer the time.

For more information and updates on how the works may affect you, visit TfL website