Gunnersbury Avenue Lane Closure Extended Again

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Restrictions on North Circular to continue into October

Gunnersbury Avenue north of Chiswick Roundabout. Picture: Google Street View

The northbound lane closure on A406 Gunnersbury Avenue had been extended once again until 23 October.

It was originally scheduled to finish before the end of August in time for the end of the school holidays but Transport for London (TfL) now say that due to water main connection the lane closure continues. The temporary 30mph speed restriction will also remain in place.

Many motorists have been caught out by the change in the speed limit at this spot including broadcaster James May who recently admitted he had been fined for exceeding the limit on his motorbike.

Power Road Bridge prior to installation

Works will continue on site from 8am to 6pm on weekdays and some weekends.
Temporary changes for southbound traffic are planned from the end of October to November 2016. TfL say they will provide further information about this closer to the time.

TfL is replacing the Power Road Bridge which carries the A406 Gunnersbury Avenue over the railway line at a cost of £35 million. Not replacing the existing bridge would mean restricting the weight of vehicles and closing lanes to carry out maintenance, resulting in considerable disruption in the long term. The new structure will have an expected design lifespan of 120 years.

Works are now underway to divert the utility pipes and cables from the existing carriageway onto the new service bridge. TfL say this will minimise the need for road closures for future maintenance works. Work will continue on site from 8am to 6pm on weekdays and some weekends.

 

September 15, 2016