1950s gas pipes being replaced in Lawford requiring road closures
Gas pipes that were first installed in Lawford, Manningtree around 70 years ago are to be upgraded to new, durable plastic pipes which will future-proof the network for decades to come.
Cadent is set to replace 1,600 metres of ageing gas pipe in Lawford, Manningtree, helping to keep local homes and businesses connected to safe and reliable gas supplies for cooking and heating.
The works will take place in Long Road, Colchester Road, Milton Road, Garden City, Bromley Road, Grange Road, Claude Oliver and Wignall Street. Cox’s Hill will also be affected by the work.
The project is part of Cadent’s ongoing investment to upgrade older gas mains across the East of England, replacing ageing pipes with modern plastic ones that are more durable and ready for the future.
Following consultation with Essex County Council, Cadent has agreed to carry out these essential gas works starting on Monday 27 July with an expectation that they will take 14 weeks to complete.
Due to the location of the gas pipes, engineers will need to work in the road, and a number of traffic management arrangements will be in place to keep everyone safe. These will include rolling road closures at various stages of the scheme. Additional traffic management includes:
Long Road will be closed with a rolling road closure from the 27 August until 14 Sep . Diversion routes will be clearly sign posted.
The entrance into Colchester Road from Long Road will be closed 17 August until 4 Sep. Diversion routes will be clearly sign posted. Access will be maintained for residents.
The entrance into Milton Road will be closed 10 August until 31 August. Access will be maintained for residents.
The entrance into Bromley Road from Wignall Street will be closed from the 14 September until 13 October. A signposted diversion will be available via School Lane.
The entrance into School Lane from Wignall Street will be closed from the 5 October until 23 October.
The road closure on Bromley Road and School Lane will not clash, School Lane will only close once Bromley Road is open again.
Two-way traffic lights will also be used in Grange Road, while multi-way traffic lights will be in place in Wignall Street and Colchester Road. Signed diversion routes and advance warning signs will be used where required.
Gas supplies remain ON for the duration of work. The only interruption to supply will be to properties that take a direct feed from the pipes being replaced (in the immediate local area). Supply to these properties will be disconnected for a short while the property is connected to the new pipe. Advance notice will be given, and more information will be provided to these properties.
If you have any questions please contact Cadent on 0800 151 2404 or email CustomerCareEastern [at] cadentgas.com. Their team are available Monday to Friday 8.00am to 8.00pm.