Large-scale improvement works at the A171 Swans Corner Roundabout in the Nunthorpe area are planned for the coming months.
The improvements are designed to accommodate future traffic growth and involves removing the existing roundabout and replacing it with a lozenge-shaped island as well as widening approach roads. In addition, pedestrian crossing facilities will be installed on both Ormesby Bank and the A1043 Nunthorpe Bypass.
It will be carried out by North East firm Esh Construction on behalf of the council. Traffic management will be in place for safety reasons.
The works will enable the roundabout to better accommodate both existing and future traffic growth resulting in reduced traffic congestion and quicker journey times.
Funding for the scheme has been provided by the Department for Transport with a contribution from the authority.
In the interests of safety for both workers and the public the work will be undertaken by means of lane closures using temporary traffic signals and full road closures. Guisborough Road will be closed to and from the roundabout for the duration of the works and a signed diversion route will be in operation. Further information will be provided to motorists as the work progresses. The scheme will be undertaken in several stages with traffic management in place to maintain traffic flow and also keep the public and the construction workers safe throughout the project.
Councillor Julie Craig, Cabinet Member for Highways and Transport, said:
“This is an excellent scheme which will improve traffic flow and reduce travel times for many years to come. However, that long term gain does mean there will be unavoidable road closures and restrictions in the coming months, not least to ensure safety. We ask for patience as this major improvement on one of our key roads takes place."
Alan Croft, Contracts Manager from Esh Construction, said:
“The programme of works has been planned within phases to reduce disruption as much as possible, this includes maintaining pedestrian access throughout the works. Working in partnership with the council, we will endeavour to keep the local community and road users up to date throughout the scheme."
More details will be made available on Redcar & Cleveland Borough Council's website in the coming weeks.