Bridge to close for repainting work
According to the city council, the Lady Bay Bridge, which dates from 1878, was built as a rail crossing but converted to road use in 1979.
The iron structure needs regular repainting to protect it from corrosion, a job which was last done in 2010, the local authority added.
The work is due to start on 16 June but road closures will take place overnight between 7 July and 17 August.
The road closure will be from 20:00 to 06:00 BST on weekdays with diversions put in place.
The footpath will also be closed from 08:30 to 17:30 on weekdays between 7 July and 20 August.
Work is due to finish in October.
Linda Woodings, from the city council, said: "This work is an important investment in Nottingham's infrastructure.
"Together with the county council we are committed to maintaining and keeping Lady Bay Bridge looking its best, and most importantly, this work will help to protect and preserve the bridge for many years to come."
The county council is managing the project, which is jointly funded by the city council.
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