Essex motorists should prepare for weekend road closures that will impact traffic on key motorways such as the M25, Dartford Crossing, and A12, as announced by National Highways England. These closures are necessary for maintenance and construction works to ensure the safety and efficiency of these vital roadways. It is crucial for travelers to be aware of these closures and plan their journeys accordingly to avoid any delays or disruptions.
Friday, September 27 Closures
On Friday, September 27, there will be several closures affecting the A12, Dartford Crossing, and M25.
For the A12, there will be a northbound carriageway closure from Junction 25 to Junction 26 from 8pm to 6am. Additionally, the northbound exit slip road at Junction 15 will be closed from 9pm to 5am.
In terms of the Dartford Crossing, the West tunnel on the northbound side will be closed from 11pm to 5:30am for maintenance works.
On the M25, there will be a carriageway closure from Junction 27 to 25 for joint replacement works from 11pm to 6am. Furthermore, an exit slip road closure at Junction 24 will be in place from 8pm to 6am. The link road between the M25 and the M40 Southbound will also be closed in both directions for maintenance works from 11pm to 6am.
Saturday, September 28 Closures
The closures for Saturday, September 28, include similar works on the A12, Dartford Crossing, and M25.
Once again, the A12 northbound carriageway closure from Junction 25 to Junction 26 will be in effect from 8pm to 6am. The exit slip road at Junction 15 will also be closed from 9pm to 5am. Additionally, there will be a carriageway closure from Junction 28 to Junction 29 from 9pm to 5am.
At the Dartford Crossing, the West tunnel on the northbound side will be closed from 10pm to 5am for maintenance works.
The link road between the M25 and the M40 Southbound will be closed in both directions for maintenance works from 10pm to 6am.
Sunday, September 29 Closures
On Sunday, September 29, the closures on the A12, Dartford Crossing, and M25 will continue to impact traffic flow.
The A12 northbound carriageway closures from Junction 25 to Junction 26 and Junction 28 to Junction 29 will be in place from 8pm to 6am and 9pm to 5am, respectively. The slip road closure at Junction 19 for New Beaulieu Station construction will also be in effect.
At the Dartford Crossing, the East tunnel on the northbound side will be closed from 10pm to 5am for maintenance works.
On the M25, an exit slip road closure at Junction 24 will be in place from 10pm to 5am. The link road between the M25 and the M40 Southbound will continue to be closed in both directions for maintenance works from 10pm to 6am.
Travelers are advised to plan their journeys carefully and consider alternative routes to avoid delays and disruptions during these closures.
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