A167 Newton Aycliffe upgrade
Work to deliver improvements to the A167's Central Avenue and Ricknall Lane junctions, and at the A167/A689 Rushyford roundabout is substantially complete. We just have to apply a high friction surface at the junctions which should be complete by mid May 2025. We would like to thank all road users and residents for their patience while this work has been done.
Work started in July 2024 to provide additional road capacity in the area, and potentially allow the development of up to 1,400 new homes on the Low Copelaw site to the east of the town.
Programme of work
| Phase | Proposed traffic management | Time | Expected start | Expected end |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rushyford roundabout | Temporary traffic lights during construction | 24 hours | Complete | Complete |
| Rushyford roundabout | Road resurfacing of roundabout approaches. Lane closure in operation. | Night work (7.00pm to 6.00am) | Complete | Complete |
| Rushyford roundabout and St Cuthberts Way | Essential overnight road closures for resurfacing | Night work (8.00pm to 6.00am) | Complete | Complete |
| Central Avenue closure | Central Avenue junction closed with A167 | 24 hours | 15 July 2024 | Junction is now open with the exception of the high friction surfacing which will be done by mid May 2025 |
| Ricknall Lane junction closure | Ricknall Lane junction with A167 | 24 hours | 4 November 2024 | Work is substantially complete with the exception of the high friction surfacing which will be done by the end of April 2025 |
Diversions
- Ricknall Lane junction - all traffic will be redirected to and from the A167 via Lime Lane whilst high friction surfacing is applied. Appropriate signs will be installed to guide drivers along the alternative route.
Although some disruption is inevitable, we are doing everything possible to minimise the impact to businesses and residents.
Funding
We have secured £7million from the Government's Housing Infrastructure Fund (HIF) to deliver the scheme, which is scheduled for completion next Summer.
In partnership with
- Homes England
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