Posted on Friday 2nd August 2024
Works to resurface a major junction in Burton have entered their second phase.
The Swan Junction on the A511 at the south-eastern end of Burton Bridge is currently undergoing a seven-week overhaul that will see resurfacing, drainage repair, replacement of traffic lights, guardrails and the cutting back of vegetation.
The works, which are being carried out by Staffordshire County Council and are costing £600,000, are taking place in three phases.
The latest phase will begin on August 5 and will see traffic signals upgraded. This will involve removing the existing signals and replacing them with more modern and efficient models.
These works will be carried out under temporary traffic lights, but may also involve a closure of the left-hand filter lane on Burton Bridge.
Added to this, from August 12 Burton Bridge will be reduced to one lane either side of the road to allow for ongoing works. This is being done during the school summer holidays to minimise disruption as much as possible.
The Swan Junction will be closed overnight between 8pm and 5am from 12 August to 29 August, so the road can be fully resurfaced. There will be no access between Newton Road and Stapenhill Road during this time, but diversion routes will be clearly signed.
Finally, crews will be finishing off works during phase 3, which is scheduled to start on August 30 and last until September 6 (Monday to Friday) and will take place overnight between the hours of 8pm to 5am. Road closure positions and marked diversion routes will vary dependent on the section being worked on.
Staffordshire County Council Cabinet Member for Strategic Highways Mark Deaville said:
“This is the latest phase in these important works to upgrade this junction and create a smoother road surface for road-users, and we’re doing everything we can to get these works done quickly and efficiently.
“We’re pulling out all the stops to minimise disruption as much as possible—by working in the school summer holidays and overnight, as well as teaming up with utility companies to make the absolute most of the road closures.
“Nevertheless, we understand there will be some delays as these major works are taking place, and I want to thank people in advance for their patience while these essential maintenance works continue.”
Details about the traffic management for this scheme can be found at Staffordshire County Council’s Website.
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