The replacement bridge had to address operational, heritage and environmental concerns which influenced the methods of construction and other decisions. The bridge was built adjacent to the viaduct which remained in use. Once completed, the new bridge was slid sideways into position using hydraulic jacks over 14 hours after the viaduct had been speedily demolished. This meant that the railway was closed for just 16 days. Work started on the bridge on 24 March 2013 and it was officially completed in early April 2013. On 8 April 2013, the new viaduct doubled tracks was opened to traffic.