New bridges to kick-start Lincoln economic growth

GRAHAM Construction has been appointed by the City of Lincoln Council to design and deliver crucial elements of the Western Growth Corridor development, which is set to transform the city and bring new opportunities for housing and economic growth.

The work includes the design and construction of a new vehicular/cycle/pedestrian bridge over the railway and a pedestrian bridge enhancing safety and connectivity between the site and the existing communities.

The project aims to establish a major access route into the Western Growth Corridor site, enabling the delivery of up to 3,200 new homes as part of a Sustainable Urban Extension to Lincoln.

Subject to design and budget approvals, construction will commence next year, with the first phase of homes expected to be delivered thereafter, pending detailed planning approval.

GRAHAM Contracts Director Alastair Lewis said: “The Western Growth Corridor project is a challenging scheme involving tackling access restrictions, utilities, drainage, and traffic management, among other complexities. GRAHAM’s objective is to value engineer the access road and bridge over the railway, seeking creative design and construction solutions that deliver cost and carbon savings while ensuring the long-term success of the strategic masterplan for the site.”

Councillor Naomi Tweddle, Portfolio Holder for Inclusive Economic Growth at the City of Lincoln Council, said: “Creating routes that are also accessible for both pedestrians and cyclists for the Sustainable Urban Extension is an absolute priority for the development, so we’re thrilled to be able to work on achieving this goal.”