A £236,000 carriageway resurfacing scheme on the A51 Marlacoo Road, Hamiltonsbawn will begin next week.
The resurfacing, which will start on Monday, August 12, will extend for approximately 950 metres in two sections: 75 metres either side of the Ballyloughan Road junction and from approximately 200 metres West of junction of the Mullurg Road for 800m towards Hamiltonsbawn
To facilitate the works, it will be necessary to implement a road closure (Monday to Friday) between 8am until 5pm from Monday, August 12 until Friday, August 23.
The dates and duration of the road closures will be dependent on the progress of the scheme and on favourable weather conditions.
To help ensure the safety of road users and road workers the public is asked to comply with all temporary traffic restrictions and follow the signed diversionary route via B78 Mullurg Road, B111 Mullaghbrack Road and the A51 Marlacoo Road.
The Infrastructure Minister, John O’Dowd, said: “This is a substantial investment for the Hamiltonsbawn area which will deliver significant benefits for residents and road users.
“This demonstrates my commitment to improving our rural road network, which is vital for connecting our businesses and communities. This work will greatly improve the strength and surface quality of this section of the road network to the benefit of local residents, businesses and those travelling in the area. Work is expected to be substantially completed by Friday 23 August 2024.
“I would like to thank residents, local businesses and commuters for their patience while this essential infrastructure work is carried out.”
The Department has programmed the work operations and traffic management arrangements to minimise inconvenience, however road users should expect some delays and are advised to allow additional time when travelling in the vicinity of the works and are asked to comply with all temporary traffic restrictions.
Subject to favourable weather conditions, the works will be substantially complete by August 23, however the Department will keep the public informed of any change.
For more information about this and other improvement schemes visit: Trafficwatchni.
