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Active Travel Infrastructure \u2013 Ballyalbany Bridge<\/strong><\/p>\n

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The Ballyalbany Bridge Active Travel Scheme has delivered a new dedicated Active Travel crossing of the Blackwater River in Monaghan Town, providing a safer, more accessible and attractive link between residential areas, schools, churches and Monaghan Town Centre. The scheme comprises a new dedicated Active Travel bridge within over 100m of upgraded pedestrian and cyclist infrastructure along Coolshannagh Road adjacent to the existing protected structure.<\/p>\n

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Delivered ahead of programme and under budget, with a final out-turn cost of less than \u20ac1.3 million, the project was successfully completed through collaboration between Monaghan County Council, AtkinsR\u00e9alis and Jons. The scheme forms an important link in Monaghan’s growing Active Travel network, addressing a long-standing gap in provision for pedestrians, particularly school children, and cyclists at the existing Ballyalbany Bridge.<\/p>\n

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The new bridge accommodates all pedestrians and southbound cyclists, while northbound cyclists continue to use the existing bridge in a mixed-traffic arrangement. This has reduced conflicts between vulnerable road users and vehicular traffic while improving safety, comfort and accessibility for all users. The scheme also included a raised crossing and junction improvements at the entrance to Coolshannagh Walk Residential Estate, enhancing pedestrian priority and overall road safety.<\/p>\n

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Key Features of the Scheme:<\/p>\n