A comprehensive road resurfacing scheme aimed at enhancing the road infrastructure in Swindon is scheduled to commence this week.
The vital resurfacing project will be executed in a number of phases, covering a total of 14 locations within the Borough.
Commencing on Tuesday, 4th July, the first phase of the project will require the closure of the roads from 8 am to 6 pm each day. While access will be maintained for local residents, alternative routes will be provided for other motorists. Additionally, letters have been dispatched to residents in the affected areas, informing them about the upcoming repairs.
The initial roads slated for resurfacing include Broome Manor Lane, Knollys Close, Weedon Road, and Amberley Close. The estimated timeframe for completing the work on these roads is one day.
The second phase will commence on Monday, 10th July, with a two-day closure of Penhill Drive and overnight resurfacing on Edison Road. High Street in Blunsdon, which necessitates three days of repairs, will also be included in this phase. The anticipated completion date for this phase is Wednesday, 19th July.
Furthermore, seven additional locations will be incorporated into the resurfacing programme, with works scheduled throughout July and August. Some closures will take place during the day, while others will occur at night.
Among the notable resurfacing projects during the final phases is a three-day day-time joint closure of The Drive and Tyneham Road in Nythe, as well as a three-day night-time closure of Great Western Way (J16, Frankland Rd and Toothill Park Area).
An adjustment was made to the original program to include the repair of County Road, which was brought forward to coincide with Thames Water’s closure of the road. This coordination aims to minimise future disruptions for local residents and motorists.
Residents and motorists are advised to visit the Council’s website for complete details and real-time updates regarding the project.
Councillor Chris Watts, Cabinet Member for the Environment and Transport at Swindon Borough Council, said: “The roads which have been identified for this resurfacing programme are on our priority list and are in really poor condition.
“We know there are many more roads which require attention, but we only have a limited amount of capital funding to carry out this work and we need to spend it wisely to ensure we keep Swindon moving and the local roads safe for those that use them.
“As with any repair work, there will be some level of disruption, but we hope residents will bear with us while our crews complete this work over the next two months.”
