The A249 Sheppey Crossing is closed southbound between the A2500 (Minster on Sea, Sheppey) and the B2005 (Iwade) to allow for emergency bridge joint repairs to take place.
National Highways contractors are on scene assessing the required repairs. Kent Police have also been on scene assisting with traffic management. At this stage, there are no timescales for how long the repairs will take.
Diversion Route
Diverted traffic is advised to follow the hollow triangle diversion symbol:
- At the A249/A2500 roundabout at Cowstead Corner, turn left at the first roundabout, and then take the third exit at the second roundabout onto Sheppey Way
- Continue on Sheppey Way southbound, travelling over the Kingsferry Bridge
- At the roundabout with Old Ferry Road, turn left and use the slip road to re-join the A249 southbound
Further information is available from National Highways by visiting our www.trafficengland.com website and travel apps, or via our regional X feed.