Carrickfergus: motorists warned of lane closures and a banned right-turn during emergency repairs to sewer on busy commuter route
Motorists are warned to expect delays during emergency repairs to a sewer on Belfast Road, Carrickfergus
NI Water will be carrying out work close to Model Primary School with the scheme commencing on Saturday, March 28 and due for completion at midnight on Sunday, April 12.
In a statement, NI Water explained: “Inspections of the combined foul and storm sewer have confirmed it requires immediate repair work to ensure it continues to function and serve the properties in the area.
"Phase one will take place on Saturday 28th and Sunday 29th March. This will include a one lane closure in both directions between Windmill Avenue and Castlerocklands, with delays
expected.
“Phase two will take place between Wednesday 8th to Sunday 12th April, with various traffic management in place over the five day duration to accommodate a full road crossing.”
Phase two will include the below in stages:
- A contraflow in place between Windmill Avenue and Castlerocklands;
- A lane two closure in place for both directions between Windmill Avenue and Castlerocklands;
- Lane 1 closure Carrickfergus bound between Windmill Avenue and Castlerocklands.
“During all phases of works there will be a banned right-turn out of Windmill Avenue, traffic will be diverted via the roundabout at Rodgers Quay. Please expect delays at peak times and allow extra time for your journey.
“NI Water would like to thank the public in advance for their patience and cooperation while this emergency work takes place and assure them that we will do everything we can to
complete the work as quickly as possible."