Examples of bridge options being developed to cross the River Spey near Kingussie will go on display this week as part of the consultation process for the A9 Dualling Crubenmore to Kincraig scheme.
The options are part of the 18.4km Crubenmore to Kincraig scheme by Transport Scotland. Cabinet Secretary for Infrastructure, Investment & Cities Keith Brown said: “With construction well underway on the 10km Kincraig to Dalraddy scheme, the first section of around 128km to be dualled, we are now seeking views on this challenging section which includes the River Spey and Insh Marshes both internationally important in terms of their protected environmental status.
Option 1: similar to the existing bridge
Option 2: steel or concrete bridge on piers
Option 3: steel or concrete multi-span viaduct
“The River Spey is a Special Area of Conservation supporting important populations of Atlantic salmon, sea lamprey, fresh water pearl mussels and otter. Any crossing of the river as part of a dualled route will require either a new bridge or an additional or extended bridge to take the extra carriageway. In developing the crossing options at this point we are considering factors such as the local environment, proximity to Ruthven Barracks and its location within the flood plain.
“Before taking any decisions on what is the most practical and suitable bridge design, we want to hear from locals and road users. We will consider all the feedback received before developing a preferred route option for the section between Crubenmore and Kincraig in late 2016.”
