National Highways has recently made a last-minute announcement about overnight closures on the A12 northbound for final works. The closures will be in effect until 6am on Wednesday, October 9, from junction 23 at Kelvedon to junction 26 at Stanway. During this time, a diversion will be in place from junction 19 via the A131, A120, and B1408.
Moreover, there will be additional closures on the A12 road overnight between 8pm and 6am on October 9, northbound from junction 25 at Marks Tey to junction 26 at Stanway. This closure is necessary for the completion of final road resurfacing and finishing work, as well as the removal of cones and temporary traffic barriers.
A spokesperson for National Highways expressed regret over the delays caused by wet weather, leading to the need for further work on the northbound stretch. This includes tasks such as removing roadwork barriers, applying white lines, and inserting road studs or cats eyes. To accomplish these tasks, overnight road closures will be required this week to finalize the project.
Drivers should be aware of the diversion in place on Wednesday night, with traffic redirected to exit the A12 via the junction 25 northbound exit slip road at Marks Tey. They will then be guided to re-join the A12 northbound via the Junction 26 northbound entry slip road.
On a positive note, the A12 southbound has already reopened with three lanes of traffic flowing at the national speed limit. Essex Highways is aiming to complete the main construction work this week, allowing for three lanes of traffic to operate at the national speed limit. Crews will be conducting final quality checks in the coming weeks to ensure everything is in order.
Overall, these closures and works are essential to ensure the safety and quality of the A12 road for all drivers. National Highways and Essex Highways are working diligently to complete the project efficiently and minimize disruptions as much as possible. Drivers are advised to follow the designated diversions and drive with caution in the construction areas for everyone’s safety.
