Divers to inspect bridge over the River Don in Sheffield, as Tram Train and Meadowhall Supertram services remain suspended

The Tram Train is to remain suspended, and some Supertram services diverted, while a team of divers inspect damage caused by flooding to a bridge over the River Don in Sheffield.
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Tram Train services have been out of action since high water levels made the bridge over the Don impassable.

The flooding also means that yellow Supertram services are operating to and from Tinsley only. There is no service to Meadowhall Interchange.

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In a statement, a Stagecoach Supertram spokesperson said: “Following the recent high water levels, the tram bridge over the River Don requires an inspection by a dive team to remove debris and to ensure no damage has been caused to the underwater structure.

The Tram Train is suspended due to fears that floodwaters damaged the bridge.The Tram Train is suspended due to fears that floodwaters damaged the bridge.
The Tram Train is suspended due to fears that floodwaters damaged the bridge.

“We expect a dive team to attend on Wednesday 19 February. Following their inspection we hope to be able to resume normal service later that day.”

Tram tickets are valid on buses and trains between Meadowhall and Rotherham.

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