River Taff Central Link, Merthyr Tydfil A new road system has been completed in Merthyr Tydfil and connects Merthyr’s Learning Quarter to the Town Centre via a new iconic road bridge. The new Central Link is a designated one way system limited to a speed of 20mph and provides improved links to the town centre. All existing traffic lights have been removed which ensures a constant flow of traffic around the new 1km road system. The most visible symbol of the £24 million Town Centre Regeneration Programme is the Central Link Bridge spanning the River Taff. The skewed, bow string arch bridge weighs 136 tonnes and measures 40.9 metres across its base and is 18.5 metres in height. The new bridge stands as a testament to th

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