Welcome to newsletter number 34 providing you with information regarding the Hard Ings Road Improvement scheme in Keighley.
Progress, the past 2 weeks
The temporary contraflow traffic management system has now been in place for approximately 8 weeks. This system has recently been amended to facilitate the natural progression of the works, and this has enables us to recommence construction of the central island. Please note that we continually monitor and assess traffic management systems in place to ensure the best possible system is in place. We are pleased to say that, at present, the current traffic management system is working well for both road users and our work force.
Local residents will be pleased to know that work on the southern flank of the scheme is progressing very well. We have successfully installed drainage, ducting, kerbing, new street lighting, and signage along the stretch of road from Bradford Road roundabout to Beechcliffe Roundabout, meaning only the final surfacing layer to the footpaths remains before this stretch is complete.
On and around Beechcliffe Roundabout, traffic control posts and illuminated signal heads are now set in place with commissioning operations ongoing.
The next 2 weeks
Operations to construct the central islands have now recommenced and will be the focus of operations during the next period. These works include the removal of the existing road surface, upgrading of the drainage system and construction of the new traffic islands and controlled pedestrian crossing.
Works will continue to progress from Beechcliffe Roundabout along to and opposite the entrance to Back Caledonia Road. Please note these works will require amendments to the current traffic management system as works progress to enable us to maintain a safe working area for operatives and a clear safe route through the works for both pedestrians and traffic. We will achieve this by closing the two central overtaking lanes (to create a central working area) and opening the two kerbside lanes to traffic, with pedestrian crossing points situated in locations which best suit the requirements of local residents and business alike. In addition to this, please be aware that as part of this scheme we will be installing UTC ducting on Bradford Road and Aire Valley Road which will see traffic management measures in place on these routes too. We have now gained the required permissions to put the traffic management measures in place, and is scheduled to be undertaken in the near future.
Affected bus routes on Lawkholme Lane
The following diversions remain in place by the bus companies previously using the now closed Lawkholme Lane junction.
Route P23 for Steeton Village Primary School will have an amended route. There will be no pick up on Lawkholme Lane. AM: the bus will start at the bus stop on Skipton Road at East Avenue (08:22) then along Skipton Road to Devonshire Street and the usual route thereafter. Therefore the bus will not operate along Lawkholme Lane. PM: as per the usual route from the school as far as the roundabout at Skipton Road/Hard Ings then continue along Skipton Road (16:10 at East Avenue) toward Devonshire Street and the usual route thereafter. Those passengers who usually board or alight at the stops at the top of Lawkholme Lane near Hard Ings are advised to use the bus stop on Skipton Road at East Avenue. This amendment will continue for the duration of the works at Hard Ings or until such time the turn restriction is lifted. Details of all school bus diversions are also available at https://www.wymetro.com/schools/school-bus-service-changes-and-disruptions/
The K17 service will have an amended route. It will not use Lawkholme Lane, beyond Bradford Street. It will also not use Royd Way and Royd Ings Avenue for the period of the Lawkholme Lane Closure. A new stop will be in place near ASDA for the diverted route. K17 Divert via Bradford Street, Brown Street, Bingley Street (Outbound temporary bus stop near ASDA), Bradford Road A6035 and Alston Road. Details of all diversions are also available at https://www.wymetro.com/plan-a-journey/travel-news/bus-alerts/
Your site contacts
There are several ways you can contact the site team to report faults, concerns or comment. The following staff members are based on site full time Bradford Council Project Manager - David Aspinall Email hardingsroad@bradford.gov.uk Howard Civil Engineering Project Manager - Simon Doling 07793 244495 Howard Civil Engineering Site Supervisor - Mick Bottomley 07872 188654 Howard Civil Engineering Contracts Manager - Tony Kilbane 07394 567341 Traffic Management Contractor’s 24 hour emergency call out number 01405 817733
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