M62 - Your Local History
A lot of finds were uncovered during the archaeological evaluation carried out for the M62 Junction 6 Improvement scheme so we thought it would be nice to provide an interactive website so you can see what we found.
Better information for your journey
The National Traffic Control Centre collects real-time information on road conditions
Lane Hog!
John Stapleton looks into why people Lane Hog and what effects it has on the driver hogging the lane and other road users.
Educating tomorrow's drivers
See how we are driving through key messages about safety on our network for the drivers of tomorrow.
Meet the Ancestors
Find out about the history of roads and the work the Agency does to preserve archaeological remains.
See when traffic will be lightest
Our traffic forecaster can help get you there quicker
A38 Saltash Tunnel - Your Safety
Safety Equipment in Saltash Tunnel
Illuminated Road Signs
The Saltash Tunnel and Tamar Bridge operate a combined tidal flow system in order to maximise traffic flow. The lane(s) available to you are clearly signed by overhead control signs. Illuminated red road studs supplement these signs. Remember:
Stay in the lane(s) marked like this, and to the left of the red road studs.
Never enter the lanes marked like this or cross the line of the red road studs.
Fire Points
Fire Points are located every 50 metres in the side of the tunnel and are marked by illuminated signs.
They are for use in the event of an accident and are equipped with:
- free-call emergency telephones connected to the Police station.
- fire extinguishers and hose reels.
If there is a fire in the tunnel leave your vehicle unlocked and exit the tunnel by the nearest safe exit.
Tunnel Lighting
The tunnel is lit to an appropriate level 24 hours a day. Emergency lighting is provided if the power supply fails.
Routine Maintenance
When the tunnel is closed for routine maintenance, local diversion routes will be signed.
Ventilation Systems
The tunnel has a ventilation system to remove traffic pollution. If there is a fire the system can extract smoke by pushing it along the tunnel to the exit. Environmental systems are provided to monitor air quality.
Traffic Surveillance
The tunnel is monitored 24 hours a day by CCTV cameras connected to the control room. An emergency call from inside the tunnel will allow the control room operator to monitor the situation from the nearest camera.
Public Address System
Public address speakers are located throughout the tunnel. In the event of an incident listen to any messages and follow the instructions given. If you are told to leave your vehicle do so -– your life and that of any passengers could be in danger otherwise.
