RNAS Culdrose addresses rush hour congestion on Helston to Lizard road
Efforts to minimise traffic disruption amidst essential bridge work
RNAS Culdrose is actively exploring strategies to alleviate congestion on the main Helston to Lizard road.
Efforts are underway to mitigate the situation, especially during the 4pm rush hour.
It comes as essential work is being carried out to the bridge which spans the A3083 road near the main gate at RNAS Culdrose.
The bridge was built in 1969/70 and is now due a full survey, which involves stripping it back and carrying out any repairs that may be uncovered.
The mitigation efforts include enhancing the on-site bus service, adjusting work processes, staggering shift times, and monitoring the pedestrian crossing on the A3083.
A spokesperson for RNAS Culdrose said: “We are aware of the congestion during the rush hour around 4pm and we are constantly reviewing all measures to minimise any disruption.
“This includes increasing our on-site bus service, changing the way we work, staggering shift times, and monitoring the pedestrian crossing on the main road.
“This is essential work that must be carried out to survey and make any repairs to the bridge over the A3083. We apologise for any inconvenience caused.”
Captain James Hall, the commanding officer of RNAS Culdrose, said: “You have my assurance that we are taking all possible steps to reduce any impact to the community. This includes cancelling all unnecessary journeys between each side of the base, changing the way we work and our working patterns, and increasing the frequency of our internal bus service.
“As we approach our 80th anniversary next year, I am reminded of how important the local community is to us here at RNAS Culdrose in ensuring we can continue to serve our country.
“The repairs to the bridge, alongside the extensive multi-million pound rebuilding of the base which is currently underway, will mean that RNAS Culdrose will have the ability to continue to defend the nation for decades to come.
“I thank you in advance for your understanding and patience.”