Broadway roundabout in Bournemouth to close for resurfacing work
Overnight works start on Wednesday, followed by a closure from Friday night until Monday morning
Drivers in Bournemouth are being told to plan ahead as the A3060 Broadway roundabout is closed for resurfacing work this week.
BCP Council says the roundabout will be closed continuously from 8pm on Friday 13th November until 6am on Monday 16th November.
The work is being done in two phases over five days.
The council says the plan is designed to minimise disruption during the working week.
Phase one: overnight works
The first phase will take place overnight on Wednesday 11th and Thursday 12th November, between 8pm and 6am.
It involves resurfacing a short section of Castle Lane West approaching the roundabout from the west, and a short section of Broadway Lane.
The council says the roundabout will stay open during this phase to traffic going into or out of B3063 Charminster Road, and to or from Cooper Dean roundabout.
It says these roads will be fully reopened during the day.
People living close to the works have been notified and advised to expect some overnight disruption and noise.
The council says local businesses will be open as usual.
Phase two: roundabout closure
The second phase involves resurfacing the roundabout itself and the eastern arm of the A3060 Castle Lane West.
The council says the extended closure is needed because a specialist, hard-wearing material is being used.
It says the material is designed to cope better with heavy traffic and turning movements at busy junctions, but takes longer to set than conventional resurfacing.
Clearly signed diversion routes will be in place throughout the closures.
The council says public transport operators, emergency services and other key stakeholders have been notified.
It says emergency vehicles responding to calls will be allowed through when required.
About the project
The work will cost £300,000, according to the council.
It is part of the council's annual Highways Structural Maintenance Programme and is funded through the Department for Transport Local Transport Plan.
The council says specialist grouted asphalt will be installed on the roundabout, which is designed to withstand the heavy stresses experienced at busy junctions.
Councillor Andy Hadley, the council's portfolio holder responsible for travel, said: "Keeping our road network in good condition is essential for residents, businesses and visitors. This investment in Broadway roundabout will provide a more durable surface at one of our busiest junctions, reducing the need for future repairs and helping to keep people moving safely around Bournemouth."
He said: "We appreciate that roadworks can be inconvenient and thank motorists and local residents for their patience while this important improvement work is carried out."