What is involved in the project
New off-line improvement at The Den, North Ayrshire. The Den improvement scheme is being promoted by North Ayrshire Council. Transport Scotland will promote the necessary orders for the scheme but the programme for delivery is driven by the council.
As an interim road safety measure, high friction 'anti-skid' surfacing has been implemented and additional signing is being provided
Why is it needed
To bypass a series of sub-standard bends, improve traffic flow and introduce road safety benefits.
Status
These details are available from the programme document.
How will the project impact on travellers
The bulk of the work is remote from the existing carriageway. however, traffic will be subject to some delays during construction operations
What traffic management will be in place during the project
Work will be conducted under lane restrictions using temporary cones, lines and signs
What will the environmental impact be
Loss of agricultural land and hedgerows will be mitigated by new landscape planting and grasslands. A new drainge system will be included as part of the design
Contact details for more information on the project
Trunk Road Network Management Directorate
Transport Scotland
Buchanan House
58 Port Dundas Road
Glasgow
G4 0HF
Telephone 0141-272-7100
E-mail info@transportscotland.gsi.gov
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