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A20 Dover Resurfacing Works
A20 Dover Resurfacing Works
- Status
- Current
- Located in
- Area 4
- Scheme type
- Other
The Project
What is happening?
The Highways Agency is replacing the existing road surface on both carriageways and on all five roundabouts on the A20 in Dover from the Western Heights Roundabout (Aycliff Roundabout) to the Eastern Docks Roundabout.
The work will be undertaken in thirteen sections (ten phases as some are combined) using five different diversion routes.
When will the works take place?
Works are continuing on various sections until Sunday 18 May.
Daytime works
There are lane one closures between 5am and 8pm on various sections and around some roundabouts within the works.
Night time works
There is a full closure on various sections for the whole week with various overnight diversions being used. Details can be found on the Diversion Routes link on the right hand navigation menu.
To see the detailed proposed schedule of works for the week starting 12 May follow the 'Upcoming Works' link from the right hand navigation menu.
The works will be stopped for:
- The second May Bank Holidayfrom midday on 22nd May until midday on 27th May)
Why are we doing the works?
To improve the safety of the A20
We are replacing the road surface to improve the overall safety of the A20 for all road users. This will include providing greater skid resistance, removing the existing ruts in the road and replacing the existing line markings to increase their visibility.
To reduce noise
We will be replacing the existing road surface with low noise material, which will help reduce the level of noise for all road users and those living nearby.
To help avoid future disruption
During the works, the existing road will be strengthened to increase its lifespan and the manhole covers will be replaced to reduce possible future disruption.
Will Operation Stack affect the works?
We will be working closely with Kent Police to identify when Operation Stack is likely to be implemented and if likely, works will be suspended as soon as safe to do so. Depending on the stage of works it may be necessary to maintain lane or road closures, however we will do everything possible to open lanes as soon as we can.
How will the weather affect the works?
Poor weather conditions could result in the works being suspended, which could result in the works taking longer to complete.
Dover Town Investment Zone
We will endeavour to work with Dover District Council to accommodate future projects on the A20 for the Dover Town Investment Zone.
