North West Safeguards Service During Bridge Work

Routes 61 and 61A detour via Hornby and Southport roads until 1 p.m. for bridge repairs

Routes 61 & 61A Divert for Bridge Work

Bus riders on routes 61 and 61A face service changes today as essential maintenance work closes Orrell Park Bridge until early afternoon. The routes will detour via Hornby Road and Southport Road through 1 p.m., bypassing stops at Orrell Park Bridge and Moss Lane, transit officials said. Passengers who regularly use those stops should plan to board at nearby stops along the diversion route.

Bridge Maintenance Requires Temporary Route Changes

The Orrell Park Bridge maintenance is part of ongoing infrastructure work to ensure safe operation of the crossing, according to the transit agency. Officials said the work requires complete closure of the bridge to vehicle traffic during repair hours. Transit agencies typically reroute buses when bridge work or road construction blocks normal paths, selecting alternate streets that can accommodate bus dimensions and passenger access. Specific details about the nature of the bridge repairs weren't available by publication time.

Two Stops Temporarily Unavailable During Work Hours

The diversion affects two stops along the normal route path. Orrell Park Bridge and Moss Lane stops won't be served while buses travel the alternate route via Hornby Road and Southport Road, officials confirmed. The transit agency didn't specify which nearby stops riders should use as alternatives or how much additional travel time the diversion might add. Officials said passengers should allow extra time for their journeys during the diversion period.

Normal Service Returns This Afternoon

Bridge work is scheduled for completion by 1 p.m. today, with normal route service expected to resume immediately after, transit officials said. The agency didn't indicate whether weather or other factors could extend the work timeline. Officials confirmed the maintenance work through official transport channels earlier today.

Riders Should Check for Service Updates

Passengers who use routes 61 and 61A should verify current service status before traveling, particularly those who board at the two affected stops. The transit agency said riders can expect normal service to return once bridge work concludes this afternoon. Moovit provides real-time bus locations and service alerts for routes 61 and 61A to help passengers navigate temporary changes.