Because of the intensity of the traffic using the old bridge, it was decided to build the new one 150 metres upstream to avoid upsetting the daily flow of traffic across the river. After the completion of the new bridge, the old one was demolished.
The construction of a new bridge, located 150 meters upstream from the existing one, was undertaken to mitigate traffic congestion and maintain the regular flow of traffic.  After its completion, the old bridge was demolished.