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Historical Ngatiawa Bridge collapses
Historical Ngatiawa Bridge collapses
The Kāpiti Coast
District Council is advising people to stay clear of the
historical Ngatiawa Bridge site that crosses the Ngatiawa
River in Reikorangi, following the bridge’s recent
collapse.
Acting Infrastructure Services Group Manager Glen O’Connor says heavy wooden beams and debris from the bridge are now resting in the river below.
“We are currently working with stakeholders to facilitate the safe removal of the bridge debris.”
“While we appreciate the bridge holds significant historical value for the district, particularly for Reikorangi residents, we are advising people to stay well clear as debris may come loose and cause harm,” said Mr O’Connor.
The Ngatiawa Bridge was established in
1912-13 and is registered Category II under the Historic
Places Act 1993. There has been no public access to the
bridge for a number of years.
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