More upgrades at A6 bridge near Irthlingborough add almost three weeks to works
Ongoing roadworks at the A6 bridge near Irthlingborough will be extended until August 29.
Station Road in Irthlingborough is currently subject to a full 24/7 closure until Monday (August 10) to remove the existing surfacing and re-waterproof a section of the bridge deck, apply a new spray-applied waterproofing system and carry out concrete repairs where required.
Now, North Northants Council has confirmed further works are required, adding an additional 19 days of disruption.
Cllr Chris McGiffen, the council’s executive member for highways and travel, said: “I know that these works have been disruptive to motorists and I want to reassure residents that we are nearly there.
“The end result will ensure that the road remains fit-for-purpose for many years to come.”
The road is currently closed until 6am on Monday, and once these works have been completed three-way traffic lights will be in place during the day until Friday, August 28, while works take place.
Improvements include introducing traffic signals to the existing junction, which will be in operation from Saturday, August 29, as well as additional work to resurface the roads and improve signage and lines.
Additional closures are planned from Monday, August 24, to Saturday, August 29, from 8pm to 6am, to allow for works to install the bridge joints, pothole repairs, plus vegetation and gully clearances.
Following this, the council says the A6 bridge and the junction improvements with Station Road will be fully open for residents and motorists to use.