Their use could lead to a reduction in the number of times bridges are closed, the authority says.
The drones use cameras to inspect the bridges from multiple angles, including from underneath the structures
Drones fitted with cameras are being trialled to check the integrity of Worcestershire bridges in a bid to cut the number of closures.The county council said the equipment could help maintain Worcestershire's 1,500 bridges more efficiently. Councillor Mike Rouse said drivers and rail passengers could benefit if the structures were not closed as often.
"We have about 1,500 bridge structures across the county and if we need to close them, residents and businesses are all inconvenienced," he said.The council said, however, it was too early to say whether drones would lead to saving money. The trial is still in its infancy and the council says it needs to make sure the collected information meets UK requirements for bridge inspections.Drones for the same purpose
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