£240k resurfacing scheme set to begin in Hilltown
A £240,000 carriageway resurfacing scheme on B25 Rathfriland Road, Hilltown, will commence on Monday, January 5.
The resurfacing scheme will involve the asphalt resurfacing of Rathfriland Road from Main Street Hilltown for a distance of 520 metres ending just north of Ballygorian Road junction.
Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins said: “This is a substantial investment for the Hilltown area which will deliver significant benefits for local businesses, residents and road users.
"The investment demonstrates my commitment to improving our 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 Hilltown area.
"Work is expected to be substantially completed by Friday, January 16. I would like to thank residents, local businesses and commuters for their patience while this essential infrastructure work is carried out.”
To facilitate the safe delivery of the scheme it will be necessary to implement a road closure from January 5 to 16. The road will be closed daily between 9:30am – 4:30pm (Monday-Friday). The road will be open on evenings and at weekends.
An alternative route will be signed with traffic being diverted via the following route: B8 Main Street, B8 Castlewellan Road, B8 Hilltown Road, A25 Castlewellan Road , B25 Hilltown Road and B25 Rathriland Road.
Road users are advised to allow additional time when travelling in the vicinity of the works.