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Please be aware the bridge crossing the York Ditch is in a very poor state of repair. Approaching planks are very uneven and two thirds at the way across, the bridge has collapsed and is at a angle, making it very difficult and dangerous to cross. The Baliff has reported this on three occasions, and I have sent a letter to the Secretary. Go very careful if you are using this stretch !
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Posted on July 28, 2020 at 9:56 AM
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Re: York Ditch at Wick
I agree this bridge is unsafe particularly with a trolley. It is the only means of access to the fishery so the BAA working party should address this as a priority. I note that Wick is not even scheduled to be maintained at the moment.
Posted on July 28, 2020 at 11:59 AM
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Re: York Ditch at Wick
We noted the same ! No work planned, and there are only about three swims fishable below the Wier. Such a shame, great water going to waste !
Posted on July 28, 2020 at 3:37 PM
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Re: York Ditch at Wick
Agree. It's dangerous. Part is ready to collapse. Could have serious consequences if it finally does if someone crossing at the time. Whole thing needs replacing with plastic instead of wood and a bit wider too.
Posted on July 29, 2020 at 6:35 PM
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Re: York Ditch at Wick
This bridge has been an ongoing problem for decades.
It will continue to be a problem for ever more when softwood timbers are used in close proximity to water and the ground.
Surely something of a more durable construction, although more costly to do, would save a lot of money and work time for years to come.
A scaffold-tube frame would last yonks.
Re-cycled UV protected plastic planks for the decking would last forever.
Another decking method would be to use steel checker-plate, sheared into 6 to 8 inch wide strips at the required length and galvanised for rust protection.
Stainless steal bolts, screws or tying wire, would also last forever.
It may need contractors to do a job of this nature, it depends on what skills the great guys on the working party have.
As I have said it would cost more but it would outlast any present BAA member and be a vast improvement when it comes down to maintenance and members safety.
Posted on July 31, 2020 at 7:39 AM
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