BEAR Scotland, on behalf of Transport Scotland, is continuing essential maintenance on both lanes of the A9 over Cromarty Bridge, near Dingwall.

The works were anticipated to be completed by the end of February, however unsuitable weather conditions have presented challenges for the project. As a result, the maintenance works are now expected to be completed by Monday 30 March.

To ensure the safety of road users and the workforce, temporary traffic lights will remain in place from 7pm until 6am, Monday to Friday, with a 30mph speed restriction in place at all times until works are complete. The temporary traffic lights will be in use 24 hours a day at weekends to allow repair activities.

Where weekend working finishes earlier than expected, the temporary traffic lights may be removed. However, whilst every effort will be made to complete the weekend works in as timely a manner as possible, there may be occasions where it is necessary to operate the traffic lights beyond 6am on Monday mornings.

Traffic flows will be monitored on site, with the traffic lights operated under manual control at peak times to minimise delays. Recovery vehicles will also be available while traffic lights are in use.

Access for emergency services and the footpath across the bridge will remain open throughout the project.

A holding layby will be available for abnormal loads over 80 tonnes and 3.25m wide. Loads over 100 tonnes must continue to use an alternative route until the works are complete.

Richard Cook, BEAR Scotland’s North West Bridge Manager, said, “Our teams continue to make good progress on these essential repairs despite challenging weather conditions.

“We thank road users and local communities for their continued patience and understanding as we work to finish the project safely and as efficiently as possible.”