A PRINCIPAL inspection of Helensburgh Pier, helping to establish what repairs are needed, was expected by council officials to take place this week.
A report by Argyll and Bute Council, published before Storm Boelo hit the area, said that specialist divers were due to visit the pier during the week commencing Monday, October 26, subject to weather and sea conditions, to perform the inspection.
The pier has been closed to marine traffic since 2018, with the Helensburgh Pier Company working with the council with the aim of securing a positive future.
A road lining vehicle has also been reported to have been used across Helensburgh and Lomond to restore faded road markings.
The details feature in a report published by the council’s roads and infrastructure services department, shared with all councillors and available on the authority’s website.
A spokesperson said: “Preparations are progressing for the principal inspection of Helensburgh Pier, with a specialist dive team expected to attend the site during the week commencing October 26, subject to suitable weather and sea conditions.
“The inspection will involve a detailed assessment of the structure both above and below the waterline, providing an updated picture of its condition and identifying any deterioration or defects requiring attention.
“The findings will help establish the nature and extent of any necessary repairs, inform future maintenance and investment requirements, and provide an important evidence base for considering the longer-term future of the pier.
“The inspection represents an important step in developing a clearer understanding of the structure’s condition and the work that may be required to support future decisions. Once completed, the findings will be reviewed to establish the appropriate next steps.”
The report added: “Our council-owned road lining vehicle is currently deployed in the area, undertaking the renewal of existing road markings where these have become worn or faded.
“This work helps maintain the visibility of road markings and supports road safety for all road users, while making practical use of our in-house equipment and resources.
“Gully cleaning operations are also progressing, helping to maintain the effectiveness of roadside drainage systems and reduce the risk of localised surface water flooding, particularly as we move into a period of more unsettled autumn weather.”
