A92 Resurfacing Work Starts

Possible delays as the Southbound Thornton Bypass is worked on this weekend.

A section of the A92 between Bankhead Roundabout in Glenrothes and Redhouse Roundabout in Kirkcaldy, Fife, is set to benefit from £345,000 resurfacing improvements this weekend. 
 
This southbound section of the A92 is used by around 16,170 vehicles every day and it now requires upgrading. 
 
The resurfacing will commence on Friday 20th March at 19.30hrs and is programmed to take place over one weekend using 24 hour working. The improvements will be completed by 06:30hrs on Monday 23rd March. 
 
The resurfacing works will require a full road closure of the A92 southbound carriageway between Bankhead Roundabout and Redhouse Roundabout. During the southbound closure, all vehicles heading south will be diverted off the A92 at Bankhead Roundabout and then diverted via the B921, B922 and B981 which they can then re-join the A92 at Chapel.
 
Consultation has taken place with local residents and stakeholders in advance of the resurfacing to make them aware of the traffic management arrangements and to minimise any inconvenience.
 
Commenting on the improvements, Andy Thompson, BEAR Scotland's North East Unit Representative, said: "These works will repair a number of cracks, potholes and other issues which will improve the general condition and safety of the road for motorists. The resurfacing has been scheduled to minimise delays, however, we encourage motorists to plan their journeys in advance and allow some extra time to reach their destination."
 
Real-time journey planning information can be obtained by visiting www.trafficscotland.org.
 
Materials removed from the existing carriageway will be recycled using SEPA approved methods.
 
The works are being carried out by Breedon and Euromark on behalf of BEAR Scotland.