en.Wedoany.com Reported - National Highways will commence a bridge deck maintenance project on the A40 at Over, Gloucestershire, next week.
The Over Bridge, located near Gloucester and spanning the River Severn, carries both directions of the A40 with a peak-hour traffic volume of 5,000 vehicles per hour. Built in the 1970s, this £7 million investment aims to extend the bridge's lifespan, reduce the risk of unplanned closures due to emergency repairs, and provide a more reliable route for local communities, businesses, and freight transport.
Preliminary works begin on Monday, June 29, with overnight closures between the Over roundabout and Highnam roundabout from 8:00 PM to 6:00 AM to install traffic management measures. Vehicles will need to detour via the A417, A449, and A40. From Tuesday, June 30, the second lane in both directions will be closed to allow for central barrier construction, with the project ultimately establishing a contraflow system by late summer. The dedicated slip road from the A417 Over Causeway to the westbound A40 will remain closed during the works.
Terry Robinson, National Highways' Southwest Project Manager, stated that many of the motorways and major A-roads managed by the agency were built around 60 years ago and require refurbishment. The A40 at Over now needs significant works to ensure driver safety and the road's future operation. He anticipates that the project will cause delays in the area during implementation and advises users to plan their journeys and use alternative routes where possible, especially during peak hours.
Additionally, National Highways plans to carry out bridge repair and maintenance from June 2026 to March 2027, including concrete repairs, installation of new waterproofing layers, drainage system improvements, and other enhancement projects.
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