Work on major route through Telford under way

A complete reconstruction of Castlefields Way is taking place.

Work started yesterday after initially being postponed for a week due to issues with a gas pipe.

The route runs from south Telford through to Dawley, and towards Telford town centre.

The work is taking place on Castlefields Way, from Castlefields Roundabout to just past Southall Road.

Telford & Wrekin Council says that tests have revealed there are issues with the sub-structure of the road, cracking on the surface, and some subsidence.

A full reconstruction is expected to improve drive quality and drainage.

The work is due to be completed in sections so that access is retained to all residents and businesses.

A full diversion will be in place around the site through Southall Road, Brookside Avenue, Holmer Farm Road, the A442 and A4168 to Castlefields Roundabout and vice versa.

The work had to be postponed for seven days after Telford & Wrekin Council revealed there were unexpected issues with a gas pipe meaning that engineers had to come out and assess the site.

The work is expected to run until September 1.

Council bosses have apologised in advance for any disruption but said it is “essential maintenance” that has been deliberately scheduled during the school summer holidays when roads are quieter.

There will also be electric VMS signs on site to advise motorists.

For further information about roadwork schemes in Telford and Wrekin, visit www.telford.gov.uk/roadworks