M61 Junction 8 Signalisation Works

Client: Lancashire County Council
Supervising Engineer: Lancashire County Council
Value: £680,000
Contract Duration: 4 months

Works Package

  • Carriageway widening, realignment and resurfacing works to both the roundabout and approaches with the application of new road markings and high friction surface dressings.
  • Installation of traffic control system to the roundabout and approaches with crossing facilities for both pedestrians and cyclists.
  • Placement of new street lighting and traffic signs.
  • Installation of new and repairs to safety fencing.
  • Various drainage and ducting works comprising new gullys, replacement ironwork, ducting for street lighting, traffic signals and signage.
  • Footway and cycleway construction works, incorporating asphalt surfacing, tactile crossings.

Hazards and Restrictions

  • Works subject to traffic and pedestrian management.
  • Sensitive operations to be carried out during off peak hours.
  • Maintaining both safe footpath and vehicular access throughout the works.
  • Various buried services along the length of the site.
  • Length of works to be opened up at any one time restricted.