Major Works on M8 Junction 3 Slip Road

The refurbishment of the bridge that carries the eastbound slip road off the M8 at Junction 3 near Livingston over the A899 began early in 2023.

The reinforced concrete structure, which was originally built in 1970, is benefitting from a major upgrade in line with modern standards, ensuring its long-term use and safety for motorists.

BEAR Scotland is leading this project as part of its responsibility for the South East Trunk Road Network on behalf of Transport Scotland. Specialist contractor, Freyssinet, has been responsible for the delivery of key elements of the project including the concrete refurbishment and the cathodic protection.

In 2023 the initial phase of this bridge’s refurbishment was completed, including extensive repairs to concrete edge beams, replacement of parapets, renewal of concrete deck waterproofing and improvements to deck drainage.

Phase 2 included concrete repairs and bearing replacement on the bridge’s central piers.

To facilitate the remaining works and provide a safe working environment, the eastbound off-slip at M8 Junction 3 Livingston will be closed for approximately nine days from 21:00 on Thursday 5 December, then a lane closure will be in place until March 2025. This will allow access for concrete repairs on the abutments of the bridge. These lane closures are not expected to cause significant disruption, however we recommend checking local travel information, especially during peak times.

We’re grateful to road users, local businesses and the local community for their patience and understanding while we carry out these essential works to extend the service life of this bridge.

Images of completed Phase One works

Updating the community

BEAR Scotland has liaised closely with West Lothian Council and other key stakeholders in the planning of this bridge refurbishment. The local community will be kept up to date with the progress of the project and an education outreach programme with local schools is also underway.

Motorists are encouraged to plan ahead before setting out by checking the Traffic Scotland website for up-to-date travel information and allowing extra time for their journey.

Poster advertising M8 Junction 3 bridge works

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Latest news from the project

CLOSURE OF M8 JUNCTION 3 SLIP ROAD FOR BRIDGE WORKS

UPDATE 12 December 2024: The M8 Junction 3 eastbound off-slip will reopen tonight, no later than 05:00, with strengthening works on track to be completed two days earlier than initially expected. Eastbound off-slip closed from 5 December 2024 for approximately 9 days The eastbound off-slip at M8 Junction 3 Livingston

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CLOSURES OF M8 JUNCTION 3 OFF-SLIP FOR BRIDGE WORKS

Overnight slip road closures on 14, 16, 17 and 18 November 2024 The slip road exiting the M8 eastbound at Junction 3, Livingston, will be closed between 20:00 and 06:00 on the nights of 14, 16, 17 and 18 November. These closures will allow for the next phase of works

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CLOSURE OF A899 AND M8 JUNCTION 3 SLIP ROAD FOR BRIDGE WORKS

Overnight road closures 7, 8 and 14 November 2024 The A899 between the Livingston East and Dechmont Roundabouts will be closed in both directions between 20:00 and 06:00 on the nights of 7, 8 and 14 November, as part of the ongoing major project to refurbish the bridge carrying the

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BRIDGE INSPECTION WORKS AT M8 JUNCTION 3 LIVINGSTON

Overnight slip road closures 16 and 17 October 2024 The slip road onto the eastbound M8 at Junction 3 Livingston will be closed between 20:00 and 06:00 on the nights of 16 and 17 October. This is to allow Transport Scotland’s operating company BEAR Scotland to carry out routine inspection

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