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Update

Topographical and Drainage Survey

A joint topographical and drainage survey started on 26^th October 2009. The information gained from the survey will be used to obtain an accurate and detailed 3-dimensional model of the existing surface of the A160, A180 and surrounding area and to record the locations, type and condition of the existing surface water drainage system. This will enable the scheme to be designed.

A large proportion of the survey will take place along the A180, the A160 and all adjoining junctions where the provision of traffic management will be necessary in order to undertake the survey works safely.  Traffic Management will only be in place on the length of carriageway being surveyed on that day/night.

The traffic management will commence on the 16^th November 2009 and include, at different times during the works:

·         A180 Eastbound exit (to A160) slip road closures - night time only;

·         A180 Eastbound entry (from A160) slip road closures - night time only;

·         A180 Westbound exit and entry (loop to and from A160) slip road closures- night time only;

·         Lane closures on both carriageways of the dual carriageway section of the A160 and A180 - day time;

·         Temporary traffic signal control along the A160 single carriageway sections and adjoining local roads and junctions - night time only.

All other survey works will be carried out during the day time, where the dual carriageway section of the A160 will be reduced to a single lane, with the junctions and accesses along the A160 controlled under traffic signals.

As a result of the above mentioned traffic management, it will also be necessary to implement temporary speed limits which will be signed when in force.  It will also be necessary to temporarily close the lay-bys; one located between Brocklesby Junction and Ulceby Truck Stop and one located in South Killingholme, and to close the central reserve gaps along the dual carriageway section of the A160 at South Killingholme, Eastfield Road and Conoco Refinery Entrance near Manby Road Roundabout in order to undertake works in these areas safely. It should be noted that these temporary closures will be in force only when works are being undertaken in these locations and that the lay-bys and central reserve gaps will not be closed at any other time during the works. 

Advanced warning of all slip road, lay-by and central reserve gap closures will be displayed on signs and where necessary, suitable diversions will be in place and clearly signposted during each closure.

These works are envisaged to last for 13 weeks although works will cease between 23^rd December 2009 and 3^rd January 2010 due to the Christmas Holiday period.

The Project

The scheme focuses on upgrading the 3 mile (5km) section of the A160 Humber Road from its junction with the A180 at Brocklesby to the port entrance.

Up to 13,000 vehicles, including a large number of HGVs, use this road which is one of the key routes into the Port of Immingham. The proposed improvements aim to ease congestion and improve safety on what is one of England's key international gateways. It will also support the growth in traffic generated from the forecast growth of the port over the next 10 to 15 years.

These are important proposals and we want as many people as possible to study the options and provide us with feedback so we can make an informed decision on a preferred design for improvements.

Leaflets setting out details of upgrade options for the route are being distributed to thousands of homes and businesses across Immingham, the South Killingholme area and Habrough over the next few weeks.

This will be followed by a public exhibition at South Killingholme Community Centre on July 3 and 4 when detailed maps and diagrams will be on display. Members of the Highways Agency project team will also be available to answer questions.

We have developed a total of eight improvement options, four of which are recommended options. Although there is not a preferred option as yet, a decision will be made following the outcome of the 12-week public consultation. All the options propose improvements to the A180/A160 Brocklesby junction, as well as upgrading the single carriageway between the junction and Top Road roundabout to a two-lane dual carriageway, with alternative layouts for the junctions with the A160.

Following the completion of statutory processes, it is planned to start work on the two-year upgrade project in 2013.

Local residents, road users and businesses will be invited to give their views on all the options using a questionnaire. The questionnaire will be attached to the leaflet which is being distributed to households and business and will set out the proposals.

Copies will be available at the public exhibition and it is also available to complete online.