Major roadworks are set to disrupt travel across Kent this week, particularly in the lead-up to the upcoming bank holiday weekend. Key routes including the M20, M25, Dartford Crossing, A2, A21, and A20 will experience various closures for maintenance and installation of traffic management systems.
Overview of Upcoming Road Closures
Several significant road closures will impact drivers throughout the week. Notable scheduled works include:
- M20: Operation Brock will return, necessitating overnight closures between Maidstone and Ashford.
- Dartford Crossing: Scheduled tunnel closures for maintenance.
- M25: Multiple sections will also close for maintenance and safety measures.
- A2 and A21: Various closures for surface works and ongoing maintenance.
Detailed Road Closure Schedule
| Date | Route | Closure Details |
|---|---|---|
| May 18 | A21 | Southbound exit slip at Sevenoaks closed from 8 PM to 6 AM. |
| May 18 | M20 | Westbound Junction 8 exit slip closed from 8 PM to 5 AM for maintenance. |
| May 19 | M20 | Implementation of Operation Brock requiring closures overnight from 8 PM to 6 AM. |
| May 20 | A2 | Westbound closed from Whitfield to Coldharbour Lane from 8 PM to 6 AM. |
| May 21 | M2 | Westbound closed at Junction 4 for white lining works from 8 PM to 6 AM. |
| May 22 | M20 | Eastbound closed from Junction 1 to Junction 3 for resurfacing from 11 PM to 6 AM. |
Traffic Management Notes
During the Operation Brock implementation, traffic will be diverted via alternative routes. These detours will help manage heavier traffic heading towards the continent over the holiday weekend.
Motorists are advised to plan their journeys accordingly, taking these closures into consideration to minimize disruptions. More detailed information regarding road works can be found on the One.Network website.
