This weekend, there will be some road closures affecting traffic in Essex, as announced by National Highways England.
Essex’s major roads, such as the A12 and M25, will be impacted, along with a crucial part of the Dartford Crossing network. If you plan to travel along these routes, it’s important to be aware of the diversions that will be in place.
Here’s a rundown of the closures scheduled from Friday, October 11 to Sunday, October 13.
On Friday, October 11:
A12:
– Westbound exit slip road closure at Junction 28 from 11pm to 6am for testing works.
– Eastbound fast link road closure at Junction 28 during the same hours.
– 24-hour slip road closure at Junction 19 on the A12 Northbound for New Beaulieu Station construction.
Dartford Crossing:
– Closure from Junction 1A of the A282 (anti-clockwise) to Junction 31 of the M25 (anti-clockwise) from 11pm to 6am for grillage works.
M25:
– Roundabout, lane, and carriageway closure at Junction 28 clockwise from 11pm to 6am for testing works.
– Exit and entry slip road closures at Junction 28 during the same time frame.
On Saturday, October 12:
A12:
– 24-hour slip road closure at Junction 19 on the A12 Northbound for New Beaulieu Station construction.
Dartford Crossing:
– Closure of the West tunnel on the Northbound side from 10pm to 5am for maintenance works.
M25:
– Exit slip road closure at Junction 28 clockwise for scheme works from 11pm to 6am.
On Sunday, October 13:
A12:
– 24-hour slip road closure at Junction 19 on the A12 Northbound for New Beaulieu Station construction.
Dartford Crossing:
– Closure of the East tunnel on the Northbound side from 10pm to 5am for maintenance works.
M25:
– Carriageway closure between Junction 29 and Junction 28 anti-clockwise for gantry inspections from 10pm to 5.30am.
– Entry slip road closure at Junction 29 in the same direction from 10pm to 5.30am.
– Exit slip road closure at Junction 28 clockwise for scheme works from 11pm to 6am.
It’s essential for drivers to plan their journeys accordingly and consider alternative routes during these closures to avoid any inconvenience. Stay informed and stay safe on the roads.
