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Waterloo Bridge: another major London bridge could be forced to shut

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Waterloo Bridge faces a potential total closure within three years due to significant structural cracks and water damage. Urgent repairs are required to prevent a major disruption to London’s central transportation network and business connectivity.
- 01Bloomberg reports structural degradation including cracks and severe water damage on the bridge
- 02Total closure likely by 2029 if comprehensive restoration efforts are not initiated immediately
- 03Failure to address maintenance could severely impact cross-river logistics in central London
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Waterloo Bridge has been found with cracks and water damage and could close within three years if repairs don't take place, according to Bloomberg