A6 Glenshane Road: £0.4m resurfacing scheme to start on stretch of key route with lane closure and diversionary measures in place
Motorists are advised a £420,000 carriageway resurfacing scheme on the A6 Glenshane Road, Curran, will commence on Monday, July 27.
The scheme will extend for approximately 1km between the Knockloughrim Link Road and Lurganagoose Road junctions.
Announcing the project, Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins said: “This is a substantial investment for the A6 trunk route which will deliver significant benefits for road users. The investment demonstrates my commitment to investing in and improving our road network, which is vital for connecting our businesses and communities.
"I would like to thank residents, local businesses and commuters for their patience while this essential infrastructure work is carried out.”
The Department for Infrastucture (DfI) says a lane closure with diversionary measures will be in place throughout the works. Magherafelt and Belfast-bound traffic will be diverted along Knockloughrim Link Road, Hillhead Road and A6 dual carriageway.
A convoy traffic management system will be in operation for Maghera and Derry/Londonderry-bound traffic. The works site will be subject to a mandatory 40mph speed limit restriction and overtaking will be prohibited for the duration of the works.
In a statement, DfI added: “The Department has programmed the work operations and traffic management arrangements to minimise inconvenience.
"However, while steps have been taken to accommodate local access throughout the scheme, 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 scheme will be substantially complete by Friday, August 21.