A note from James:
I heard rumours that all is not well with the Tesco pipeline. Looking again at the pipeline drawings I noticed that the bridge carrying the pipeline over the roads has no foundations. The drawings show a massive concrete pier but it is sitting on an un-dimensioned but very shallow pad. The pipe is heavy enough but when filled with water and gravel the weight is enormous, yet no significant footings are provided.
SDT has a member who is a fellow of the Institute of Civil Engineers. He has taken an interest in the noise issue but I am also going to see him with the bridge drawings for his opinion.
If this problem is confirmed, a very serious hazard is indicated. A collapsing bridge would endanger passing traffic and also the surrounding properties.
More in due course.
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