Department for Infrastructure "optimistic" that Kilrea bridge can be open to all vehicles by mid-February
The Bann Bridge in Kilrea could be re-opened to all vehicles by mid-February, the Department for Infrastructure has said.
In an update on January 19, DfI said: “The permanent repair works are continuing to progress as planned, and we remain optimistic that the road can be fully reopened to all vehicles by mid-February 2026.
"Apart from a small number of reported breaches in the initial days of the reopening, the measures implemented to restrict access to cars and light vehicles up to 3 tonnes have proven successful.
"The PSNI and DVA continue to monitor the situation and have carried out spot checks to identify vehicles exceeding the permitted weight.
"Enforcement action will be taken against anyone found to be contravening these restrictions.”
The Kilrea Bridge, on the B64 Bann Road, was closed on September 20, 2025, in the interest of public safety due to extensive cracking on the retaining wall located at the south-west end of the Bridge.