A temporary closure of part of the river Nene in Peterborough will start later this month.
Restrictions will be placed on part of the river from Monday 16 November until Thursday 24 December to enable the safe construction of Cygnet Bridge.
A formal notice has been issued by the Environment Agency advertising that river navigation will be prohibited approximately 100 metres upstream and downstream of the bridge construction site, with the closure enforced by river booms and signage.
The council would like to assure residents and river users that every effort will be made to minimise disruption. The closure will be in place during times when construction is being carried out (between 7am - 6pm weekdays and some weekends) and where possible, the river will be re-opened to traffic.
The temporary closure is essential to help ensure the safety of both the general public and Cygnet Bridge construction staff. During this period, the bridge's mast and deck sections are scheduled to be installed.
Councillor Angus Ellis, Cabinet Member for Transport, said: "The closure of the river is essential to ensure the safety of the public and operatives during the construction of the Cygnet Bridge. This is an exciting milestone for the scheme and very soon residents and visitors to the city will be able to see the impressive structure connecting the north and south side of the river.
"We would like to thank people for their patience whilst the works are being completed. Once completed, the bridge will play a key role in creating a more connected and walkable city, improving access across the Embankment and opening up potential development opportunities in future."
The Bridge is one of eight projects across Peterborough, being delivered as part of the government’s Towns Fund programme, which supports economic growth and regeneration in towns across the country.
To find out more about Cygnet Bridge, visit our River Nene Pedestrian Bridge (Cygnet Bridge) page.