Improving A76 within Thornhill
The A76 road through Thornhill is being resurfaced bringing long-term benefits to local residents, commuters and freight drivers alike.
The 6-day programme of work is part of Transport Scotland’s ongoing maintenance programme and will see major resurfacing work being carried out in a phased schedule to minimise disruption to local businesses, residents and those using the busy road for their daily commute.
Specialist local contractor DG First will carry out the work on behalf of Scotland Transerv.
Garry Head, Scotland TranServ’s Works Manager said:
“This is an important road, connecting Dumfries with Ayr, Kilmarnock and Glasgow. A great deal of planning has been involved in programming the work, so as not to cause too much inconvenience to the village’s own thriving business sector. We have phased the project over the course of the week, recognizing the importance of minimizing disruption to local businesses and residents. We have worked with a number of organisations including the Council, Police and transport authorities to plan the works accordingly.”
With the existing road surface reaching the end of its operational life the proposed work is essential. In order to reduce disruption work will be scheduled as follows:
- Friday 31st October 2014 – 17:00hrs to 23:00hrs (Central area of village)
- Saturday 1st November – No works taking place
- Sunday 2nd November – 08:00 to 18:00hrs (Central area of village)
- Monday 3rd November – 08:00 to 18:00hrs (North end of Village)
- Tuesday 4th November – 08:00 to 18:00hrs (South end of village)
- Wednesday 5th November – 08:00 to 18:00hrs (South end of village)
- Thursday 6th November – 08:00 to 18:00hrs (Lining works)
Because the majority of businesses are located in the central section of the village, works have been scheduled in this area for the Friday evening and Sunday when the majority of businesses will be closed, keeping disruption to a minimum. Evening works will cease at 23:00 due to the proximity of local residents and Hotels in the area.
Russell Rennie, Scotland TranServ’s Contract Director added:
“On behalf of Transport Scotland we are continuing to invest across Dumfries and Galloway, improving the quality of the trunk road infrastructure throughout the region. We’re delivering tangible benefits with a concentrated resurfacing programme, supporting the long-term economic growth and development of the area for many years to come, improving roads for commuters, freight drivers and tourists alike.”
Scotland TranServ would like to thank local businesses, residents and motorists for their patience and co-operation while this important programme of work is carried out.
A77 Hansel Village Southbound Resurfacing Works
Users of the southbound A77 at Hansel Village are set to benefit from essential road improvements which will get underway from Friday 7 November.
Works will be carried out by Scotland TranServ on behalf of Transport Scotland and will see just over one kilometre of the carriageway upgraded, delivering long-term benefits to drivers along the southbound A77 from Underwood Road to Rosemount Farm.
In order to carry out this essential road surface improvement project as quickly and safely as possible, it will be necessary to implement a full northbound road closure to allow Scotland TranServ to put in place a contraflow system on Friday 7 November between 2100 and 0100 hours, a local diversion will be in operation during this time. The contraflow will then remain in place until the resurfacing works are complete and the road is fully reopened on Monday 10November at 0500 hours.
Motorists can keep up to date with real time traffic information by visiting www.trafficscotland.org or following their Twitter feed @trafficscotland.
Advanced warning signs will also be in place on the approach to the works to inform motorists that roadworks are taking place.
Greenock Roundabouts Works Postponed
Due to adverse weather conditions forecast for this weekend the planned roadworks and closure on the East Shaw Street and Sir Michael Street Roundabouts on Sunday 26th October have been postponed.
A77 Maybole Resurfacing Scheme Update
Due to adverse weather conditions forecast for this weekend the planned roadworks and closure through Maybole on Sunday 19 October has been postponed.
These works will be rescheduled in due course.
Greenock Roundabouts Improvement Works
14 October 2014
Double swoop to improve Greenock roundabouts this autumn
Drivers across Inverclyde have benefitted from road improvements this summer and Scotland Transerv will be continuing with it’s resurfacing programme on behalf of Transport Scotland this autumn.
The South West Scotland trunk roads management and maintenance provider has already made repairs along the A8, from Port Glasgow to Greenock, and now East Shaw Street and Sir Michael Street roundabouts in Greenock will be the latest to benefit.
Andy Fraser, Scotland TranServ’s General Manager said:
“Our important programme of work continues in Greenock this autumn as we look to improve the area’s trunk roads for local commuters, visitors and freight traffic alike. This programme of work has been carefully planned with the local authority, police and transport authority as we look to keep disruption to an absolute minimum.
“In scheduling the work for a Sunday we are looking to have as little impact on local businesses in the town centre area as possible. Transport Scotland’s investment in Inverclyde has been significant in recent months as we continue to implement our maintenance and repair of major roads programme through the delivery of tangible, long-term benefits for drivers.”
Work will be carried out on the East Shaw Street and Sir Michael Street Roundabouts on Sunday 26th October, with workers returning on Sunday 2nd November 2014. A road closure, with diversions in place will be necessary to allow the work to be carried out as quickly and safely as possible.
On behalf of Transport Scotland, TranServ recently improved the Cartsdyke and Cartsburn roundabouts, Pottery Street and Bow Road.
Russell Rennie, Scotland TranServ’s Contract Director said:
“Scotland TranServ is supporting the economic growth and development of Inverclyde with an important investment programme stretching out across a number routes along the Clyde coast. We’re delivering much needed improvements and carrying out vital day-to-day maintenance across the trunk roads network that will benefit drivers across the region for many years to come.”
Improving M74 through Lanarkshire
07 October 2014
Scotland TranServ on behalf of Transport Scotland will improve the M74, supporting the economic growth and development of Lanarkshire and central Scotland.
One of Scotland’s busiest motorways, the M74 is the main route north into Glasgow, Lanarkshire and the surrounding area for freight drivers, commuters and tourists alike. The southbound stretch of motorway between Larkhall and Motherwell (Junction 6-7) is reaching the end of its operational life and is in need of resurfacing.
Evan Ferguson, Scotland TranServ’s Planned Maintenance Manager said:
“The M74 is one of Scotland’s most important economic arteries, carrying freight across the border and into Ireland. As a result of this heavy traffic flow, the road surface is reaching the end of its operational life and is in need of resurfacing. Scotland TranServ has been planning this short-term project with a number of authorities including Transport Scotland, Police and the local authorities. We hope to keep disruption to an absolute minimum throughout. Drivers who can make alternative arrangements or consider an alternative route are asked to do so during this short programme of work.”
Traffic management will be necessary in order to protect the health and safety of road workers and of the travelling public. A contra flow will therefore be installed in order to reduce any inconvenience. The work will take place from:
20:00 on Sunday 19th October to 06:00 on Saturday 25th October 2014
The works has been specifically scheduled to avoid the busy October holiday period for Glasgow and Lanarkshire schools. During daytime hours two lanes of traffic will be maintained in each direction. At night when traffic is lighter, the southbound carriageway will be closed to allow the works to progress however one lane will be maintained south via a contraflow on the northbound carriageway.
Russell Rennie, Scotland TranServ’s Contract Director added:
“Across the South West, Scotland TranServ has invested around £40million on behalf of Transport Scotland to improve the trunk roads network. We are continuing to deliver a legacy of improvements in these vital economic arteries, supporting the long-term growth and development of Scotland. This is one of the most important roads in Scotland, and we hope that following this short-term programme of work commuters, tourists and freight drivers will value these improvements for many years to come.”
A77 MAYBOLE RESURFACING SCHEME
07 October 2014
A77 South Maybole
The road surface on the A77 through Maybole is to be repaired and improved as part of Transport Scotland’s on-going maintenance programme.
The repairs will be carried out by Scotland Transerv and will see approximately one kilometre of the carriageway upgraded, delivering long-term benefits to drivers along the A77 at Maybole.
In order to carry out this essential road surface improvement project as quickly and safely as possible, it will be necessary to implement a full road closure on Sunday 12 and Sunday 19 October from 0800hrs to 1800hrs. Works will also be carried out under convoy control from Monday 13to Thursday 16 October from 0930hrs to 15.30hrs.
Russell Rennie, Scotland TranServ’s Contract Director said:
“Across south west Scotland we are improving the trunk roads network on behalf of Transport Scotland, supporting the economic growth and development of this important region.”
“This is a significant project that will deliver long-term, tangible benefits for drivers in this part of Ayrshire.”
Diversion routes for total closures:
A77 Southbound:
Leave A77 SB at Maybole Cross on to B7023 – Crosshill – B7023 – B741 – rejoin A77 just North of Bridgemill Rbt.
A77 Northbound:
Leave A77 at Turnberry – A719 NB – rejoin A77 back at Doonholm Rd, south of Bankfield roundabout.
A77 Maybole North Gateway
Scotland TranServ will also be carrying out 230m of carriageway resurfacing immediately north of the 30mph sign at the North end of the town. Works will be carried out under convoy control on Friday 17 0930hrs to 15.30hrs.
Motorists can keep up to date with real time traffic information by visiting www.trafficscotland.org or following their Twitter feed @trafficscotland.
Advanced warning signs will also be in place on the approach to the works to inform motorists that roadworks are taking place.
A77 Smyrton Improvement Project
02 October 2014
Users of the A77 Smyrton are set to benefit from essential road improvements which are set to get underway from Monday 6 October.
The project will see the replacement of 600 road studs and the replacement of double white lines on the A77 at Smyrton.
Due to the nature of the works and to ensure the safety of the workforce and motoring public there will be 5 nights of overnight total closures from Girvan to Stranraer with traffic diverted via the A714 and A75. These closures will be in place each night from 2200 to 0600 from Monday 6 to Saturday 11 October.
Russell Rennie, Scotland TranServ’s Contract Director said:
“Across south west Scotland we are investing to improve the trunk roads network on behalf of Transport Scotland, supporting the economic growth and development of this important region.”
The safety of our workers and of the motoring public is of utmost importance to us and that is why this work will be carried out overnight.”
Motorists can keep up to date with real time traffic information by visiting www.trafficscotland.org or following their Twitter feed @trafficscotland.
Advanced warning signs will also be in place on the approach to the works to inform motorists that roadworks are taking place.
