Motorists travelling to and from East Clare to East Galway will face major diversions during the Halloween break when Portumna bridge is closed for repairs.The bridge, which spans the Shannon, also serves as a major crossing point in north Tipperary and south Offaly. According to the Irish Times newspaper, the 97-year-old bridge on the N65 will close from Friday, October 24th, to Sunday, November 2nd, and alternative routes will be signposted.
The decision to close the bridge was made after Waterways Ireland identified a problem with the opening mechanism on a swivelling portion of the bridge which allows boats to navigate the upper reaches of the Shannon.
