The bridge between junctions 7 (M6 J4) and 6 (NEC, Resorts World, Birmingham Airport and Birmingham International Railway Station) was struck on two occasions earlier this month. Since then, the southbound carriageway has been reduced to two lanes for safety
reasons.
The bridge, which has been hit some 20 times in the last 10 years, is due to be removed under a full closure of the M42 from 9pm on Friday, 9 February to 5am on Monday, 12 February.
Weeknight closures: 29 January – 9 February (10pm – 5am)
To prepare the site for the works, there will be full overnight closures on the M42 between junctions 6 and 9 in both directions from 10pm to 5am each weekday night, between Monday, 29 January – Friday 9 February.
Full weekend closure: 9 – 12 February
The bridge will be removed under a full closure of the M42 between junctions 6 and 9 from 9pm in both directions on Friday, 9 February to 5am on Monday, 12 February.
A clearly signed diversion route and signage will be in place over this period to help remind motorists of the closure.
You can still get to where you need to go but you’ll need to follow the diversion, plan ahead and leave more time for journeys.
For more information see this leaflet: