Works to refurbish a retaining wall on the A7 near the River Esk between Langholm and Skippers Bridge are set to begin on 3 June.
Transport Scotland’s operating company BEAR Scotland will carry out the project, which is anticipated to last for approximately three months.
Two-way traffic lights will be in place between 21:00 and 07:00 on the nights of 3 June and 26 August, to facilitate the installation and removal of temporary safety barriers before and after the refurbishment is carried out. Traffic will be escorted through the site on these nights.
Consultation has taken place with relevant stakeholders in advance of these works to make them aware of the traffic management arrangements and to minimise any inconvenience.
David Bishop, BEAR Scotland’s South East Unit Bridges Manager, said: “This programme of refurbishment is key to ensuring the structural integrity of this retaining wall and will extend its service life for many years to come.
“The works have been planned to minimise disruption to road users as far as possible, however some delays are to be expected if you are using this route on the nights of 3 June or 26 August.
“We thank road users in advance for their patience and understanding while our teams carry out these essential works.”
Live traffic information is available from the Traffic Scotland website www.traffic.gov.scot and on X at @trafficscotland.
All works are weather dependent and are also dependent on the existing condition of the structure, which can’t be fully understood until works commence. As such, details provided are subject to postponement, cancellation or rearrangement of dates in the event of adverse conditions or unforeseen circumstances.
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