December 3rd 2001: The concrete roof of the western section of the bridge has been constructed.

March 25th 2002: The roadway on the eastern half of the bridge has been excavated. Concrete piles to form the side walls of the bridge have now been sunk on this side of the road. On the right of the picture can be seen the roadway across the part of the bridge already re-constructed.

May 20th 2002: Looking south: the roof of the eastern half of the bridge has been constructed.

June 19th 2002: The road surface and pavement have laid across the bridge. Railings have been fitted along the parapet. Traffic is now using both halves of the bridge.

July 4th 2002: Travelling below the bridge, looking west.

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