Ballymena: Motorists advised to expect delays during 13-week £605,000 resurfacing scheme on the A42 Galgorm Road
Motorists are advised to expect delays during a a £605,000 resurfacing scheme for the A42 Galgorm Road.
The scheme extends between Sourhill Road roundabout and Grange Road, covering a total distance of 1.3km. Commencing on Monday, May 18, the work is anticipated to last for a period of 13 weeks.
Announcing the project, Infrastructure Minister Liz Kimmins said: “This is a substantial investment for the Ballymena area which will deliver significant benefits for residents and road users. The investment demonstrates my commitment to 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.”
To facilitate the safe delivery of the works, the Department for Infrastructure (DfI), said it was necessary to implement temporary traffic management arrangements and road closures for approximately 13 weeks, detailed as follows:
Monday, May 18, to Tuesday, June 30, temporary traffic management arrangements will be in place between Cambridge Avenue and Grange Road, from 9.15am to 4.30pm to facilitate replacement kerbing and footway works.
Wednesday, July 1 to Thursday, July 9, Galgorm Road will be closed between Sourhill Road roundabout and Dans Road to facilitate carriageway resurfacing. Diversion via Sourhill Road / Dans Road or alternatively via Old Galgorm Road.
Monday, July 27 July, to Monday, August 17, Galgorm Road will be closed between Dans Road and Grange Road to facilitate carriageway resurfacing. Diversion via Old Galgorm Road.
For more information about this and other improvement schemes visit: www.TrafficwatchNI.com .
In a statement, the DfI went on to advise: “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 works will be substantially complete by Monday 17 August 2026; however, the Department will keep the public informed of any change.”