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Chiverton underpass in Cornwall is being filled in
The underpass on the A30 is being bricked up due to its proximity to a newly built bridge.
The A30 underpass in Cornwall, designed for pedestrians and cyclists, is being filled in due to redundancy.
New underpass in Cornwall is bricked up after redundancy
National Highways has confirmed that an underpass built as part of the A30 project in Cornwall is being bricked up due to its proximity to a newly opened bridge serving the same purpose. The Chiverton underpass was constructed in 2021 as part of a £2.68 million project, but community concerns about its safety and utility led to its rapid redundancy. While intended to provide safe passage for walkers, cyclists, and horse riders, it is now deemed unnecessary following the bridge's completion just 450 meters away.
Key Takeaways
"I can’t really understand the logic of wasting money on the underpass which isn’t going to be safe"
Sally Hosking criticized the underpass shortly after its construction, questioning its safety and utility.
"One of the key benefits of the A30 upgrade is to improve connectivity for local communities"
Andrew Clark emphasized the importance of the A30 project in enhancing community links, despite the underpass's redundancy.
The decision to fill in the Chiverton underpass raises important questions about urban planning efficiency and responsible financial management. Initially hailed for enhancing connectivity, the underpass quickly became a symbol of misallocation of resources. Critics like Sally Hosking have highlighted the potential risks of underutilized structures becoming sites for anti-social behavior. As National Highways scrutinizes costs, stakeholders must advocate for better planning methods to prevent similar outcomes in future infrastructure projects.
Highlights
- How can we justify building both an underpass and a bridge so close together?
- The Chiverton underpass is now a costly mistake history should not repeat.
- Why was a redundant tunnel ever built alongside a bridge?
- A decision like this raises red flags about infrastructure planning.
Concerns over financial waste and planning
The rapid decision to fill in the underpass highlights potential financial mismanagement and raises concerns about infrastructure planning efficiency.
Thoughtful planning could prevent future wasted resources in infrastructure projects.
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