A £335,000 major resurfacing scheme has begun on a section of the main Donemana to Claudy road.
Improvements to a 2,790metre section of the B49 Longland Road, commenced yesterday from Longland Road, Bonds Glen Road junction through Liscloon to the Crumlin Bridge on the Longland Road.
Regional Development Minister Danny Kennedy said the scheme would strengthen and improve the quality of the carriageway which is also a main link through to the A5 Victoria Road and the A6 Glenshane Road.
Due to the restricted carriageway width available on the B49 Longland Road, and to help minimise any potential conflict between the site works and through traffic, it will be necessary to close the section of the road.
The 23 day closure is expected to be substantially completed on Sunday, 13 April next.
Traffic will be diverted via B48 Lisnaragh Road and the C603 Ballynacross Road. Local access will be retained.
Mr Kennedy pointed out as with all improvements of this type the progress of the works was subject to favourable weather conditions.
He said Roads Service would keep the public informed of any change.
He added: “Roads Service has carefully programmed the works operations and traffic management arrangements in order to minimise any inconvenience to the public.
“However, road users should be aware that some delays may be expected and that additional time should be allowed when planning any journeys in the area.”
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