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Public Rights of Way Report - Chiltern Evergreen3

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Name:Merton FootOS Grid Ref: SP 56292 18526Railway Ref.:Type:OXD 22m 01ch<strong>Public</strong> FootpathFunction:Usage:Proposal:Alternativesconsidered andreasons for dismissal:Close crossing and provide footbridge at crossing location.1. Close crossing without replacement – unacceptable impact on public footpath network2. Retain and upgrade crossing - undesirable due to increased safety risk resulting from increased speed and frequency <strong>of</strong> trains.3. Close crossing and divert footpath via bridge proposed adjacent to Manor Farm crossing – length <strong>of</strong> diversion consideredexcessive in relation to function <strong>of</strong> path within local public footpath network.Key considerations in determining proposal:Railway engineeringand operations:Land and property:Planning:Ecology:Retention <strong>of</strong> crossing undesirable from safety point <strong>of</strong> view. Access difficulties for bridge construction.Land unregistered on both sides <strong>of</strong> railway. Areas <strong>of</strong> third party land required for bridge construction.Potential visual impact <strong>of</strong> bridge option.Wendlebury Ponds adjacent. Stand-<strong>of</strong>f from ponds required to avoid potential impact <strong>of</strong> bridge structure.ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES MANAGEMENT CHILTERN RAILWAYSA6

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