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16/10/2026

Night-Time Resurfacing On N72 At Lismore Bridge

Waterford City and County Council has advised that night-time resurfacing will take place on the N72 at Lismore Bridge from 7pm on Friday, 16 October, until 6am on Saturday, 17 October.

Diversions will operate throughout the works and motorists should allow extra time for journeys. A map of the diversion route is available at: waterfordcouncil.ie/app/uploads/2026/10/29600827-TM-DR-0001-14-N72-Lismore-Bridge-Closure-Combined.pdf

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The Council apologises for any inconvenience caused.

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