M62 closure LIVE as heavy traffic builds amid huge railway bridge project

There are reports of heavy traffic following the closure of the M62. Until 6am on Monday, the eastbound carriageway of the motorway is closed from junction 18 at Simister Island interchange, up to junction 20 at Rochdale. The westbound carriageway is closed between junction 19 at Heywood and junction 20 at Rochdale.

Diversions are in place. There are reports of heavy traffic in some areas as motorists seek to navigate the closures. A new railway bridge is being installed which carries trains over the motorway near Rochdale.

The old bridge was torn down two weeks ago during a similar full weekend closure. Further updates will be posted in this blog. This is a live event.

Follow the latest updates below.

References

1. ^ Incredible pictures show new M62 railway bridge being installed (www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk)