Harewood Bridge near Harrogate will close for four weeks this summer.
The bridge will close from July 26 until August 24 for essential maintenance work to be carried out.
The grade-II listed structure carries the A61 Harrogate Road over the River Wharfe and is a busy route between Harrogate and Leeds.
Leeds City Council is closing the bridge to carry out waterproofing, resurfacing and footpath repair works.
Cllr Helen Hayden, the council’s executive member for infrastructure and climate, said:
“Harewood Bridge is a strategic vehicle crossing used by thousands of people each day and therefore to close it requires careful planning. By carrying out the repair works during the school summer holidays we can hopefully limit the disruption with expected lower traffic levels.
“We apologise in advance for the potential disruption and ask road users for their patience. The works are essential for the long-term maintenance of this vital crossing between Harrogate and Leeds.
“We would please like to urge motorists to plan their journey in advance, follow the signed diversion and allow a bit of extra time for their travel.”
The footway across the bridge will remain open throughout the work.
A diversion route will be in place during the work from Otley Road, Arthington Lane, Main Street, Pool Bridge, Harrogate Road, Swindon Lane and onto Harrogate Road.
The same route will be in place in the opposite direction.
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