Path beams await check a year after damage found
BBCBeams which support a path along a country walk discovered damaged a year ago still need to be checked to see if they need repairs.
In January 2025, Gateshead Council said it would send structural engineers to assess wooden beams supporting a retaining wall, which hold up part of the Derwent Walk.
Pictures of the beams show they have become damaged over time and in some places have snapped completely.
Council engineers did inspect the beams but decided a more detailed assessment was required from external consultants, however this has not yet been carried out. The Labour-led authority has been contacted for comment.
The beams are located on the opposite side of the river from Blaydon Tennis Club.
A freedom of information request found the council carried out its initial inspection in January last year but has not yet advertised the follow-up work to the external market.
As the council's procurement team has not released its tender opportunity, it is not known how much the inspection will cost or whether repairs will be needed.
Gateshead Council has been contacted for comment.
