Work to begin on final set of new traffic lights targeting key junctions in Preston
The fourth and final stage of a scheme to replace traffic lights at key junctions in Preston is set to begin later this month.
Work is set to begin on Sunday, July 20 at A6 Garstang Road / Black Bull Lane / Sharoe Green Lane and is expected to take up to six weeks.
The project will involve the replacement of traffic lights that have reached the end of their life.
To reduce the impact to drivers and local businesses, all the major construction work will take place overnight (Sunday to Thursday between 7pm and 6am). The junction will operate under temporary traffic lights for the duration of the programme. The works have also deliberately been programmed to coincide with the school summer holidays to help minimise disruption.
The exact amount of time to complete the work depends on the conditions encountered once the ground is broken to begin installing the new below ground infrastructure.
The third of the year's major works at A6 Garstang Rd / Blackpool Rd, which began on May 11, saw the lights replaced along with improvements to pedestrian facilities. The new lights were switched on at this location on June 17.
County Councillor Warren Goldsworthy, cabinet member for Highways and Transport, said:
"This is a significant investment in new technology and is part of an ongoing programme to renew outdated traffic light assets across the county.
"We've carefully planned these latest works to minimise the impact on the local area and we always strive to complete works as soon as possible.
"We are aware of the strategic importance of this junction, including its proximity to Royal Preston Hospital. We advise people to plan accordingly if attending medical appointments.
"We would like to thank people for their continued patience throughout these essential works and to allow additional time for their journeys and/or seek alternative routes where possible."