Major upgrade to New Bishopmill Bridge
Elgin’s New Bishopmill Bridge is to undergo a £380,000 upgrade, the first in its 39 year history.
The bridge, which connects the town centre to Bishopmill on the A941 at the Boroughbriggs Road junction, will close for up to five weeks from 16 October 2025.
Pat Munro Ltd will carry out the work, which will include replacement of bearings, expansion joints, scour protection, waterproofing and surfacing works.
The bridge carries around 14,400 vehicles a day and is a main link through Elgin from the A96 towards Lossiemouth. The footpath under the bridge will close from 17 September until 29 October, with a fully accessible alternative nearby at the Cooper Park side.
The diversion for drivers will be via Morriston Road towards the A96 West or the Landshut Bridge from Lesmurdie Road to the A96 East. Abnormal loads will take the latter route. The Boroughbriggs Road junction will also form part of the closure.