“"The initial works to upgrade flood protection infrastructure in Bridge of Allan are well underway which will be able to defend homes and businesses against the devastating impacts of flooding. We’re at a time of year where we’ll likely see increased periods of disruptive weather and projects such as this help to increase resilience in our communities who are more susceptible to the impacts of flooding. A project of this magnitude will unavoidably impact the local road network. We will continue to work with the contractor to minimise any disruption and are committed to keeping local residents and road users updated during the works. Events such as this latest information session offers a chance for anyone with an interest to ask questions they have on the project."
Stirling Council and Balfour Beatty host public session on Bridge of Allan flood protection works
Residents can ask questions about the £16.4 million project to protect homes and roads from flooding by the Allan Water.
By Kirsty Lennox
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Scotland Office
Stirling Council and contractor Balfour Beatty are holding a public drop-in session on Tuesday 17 November at Bridge of Allan Library to discuss the ongoing flood protection works.
Council officers and representatives from Balfour Beatty will be available between 3.30pm and 6.30pm to answer questions about the project. The new infrastructure aims to protect 87 properties and 700 metres of road from flooding from the Allan Water. Flood defence walls are being upgraded along Allanvale Road, with the scheme extending past the allotments and tying into higher ground near Lyon Crescent.
The flood scheme incorporates a mix of reinforced concrete walls, sheet piling, and earth embankments. Works will also be carried out adjacent to Inverallan Road and the nearby factory site. The project is expected to be completed by early 2028.
Funding for the scheme totals £16.4 million, with the Scottish Government providing a significant portion as part of the national programme, ‘Funding of Flood Scheme Protections’. The remainder is being provided by Stirling Council.
Full project information is available at www.flooding.stirling.gov.uk. Updates can also be received by emailing BoAFloodConstruction@stirling.gov.uk to sign up for a monthly newsletter.
Based on information from the official source: Stirling Council (12/11/2026)
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