Operation Resilience - Carriageway Surface Treatment – West Street, Titchfield

As part of Operation Resilience, Hampshire County Council’s programme to make Hampshire’s roads more resilient to the effects of extreme weather and heavy traffic, this is to advise of upcoming surface treatment works along the length of West Street, Titchfield.

The works are a two-part process, with the first application of the treatment currently programmed to start on Sunday 20th June 2021 which is expected to take up to 1 day, during which time the roads will be closed to through traffic between 07:30 to 18:00 hours. The roads will be open outside of these hours.

The second application of the treatment is usually carried out within 7 days of the first, and the roads will be closed again to carry out the works.

Access for residents will be maintained wherever possible, although short delays are likely. The works are weather sensitive and exact dates cannot be given in this letter. Yellow warning signs displaying dates and times will be erected at the works limits. These will be updated as soon as possible in the event of any programme changes. If you need to make a journey during the works, please allow a little extra time. Operatives stationed throughout the site will be happy to assist either by directing you via a diversion, or through the works via the safest route.

Although the carriageway may appear sound, fine cracks and worn areas are starting to appear. If the cracks are left untreated, they will deteriorate further, allowing water to penetrate the surface. The road will be treated through a process known as ‘Surface Dressing’. This treatment seals and preserves the existing surface and will follow the profile of the road. The process is fast, efficient, sustainable and extremely effective in prolonging the life of the carriageway by preventing water ingress and improving grip.

After 24 hours, we will mechanically sweep the road to remove any loose chippings. The nature of the treatment means there will be loose chippings on the road surface until it beds down, so it will be swept again after two weeks.

To help us complete this work with minimal inconvenience to you, please follow this advice:

1. Please do not park on the road (during the day), or be prepared to move your vehicle until the road has been treated.

2. Please keep children and pets away from the new surface, for safety and cleanliness.

3. Check your shoes before entering your car or home.

For your safety and that of our workforce, we are unable to guarantee vehicular access to and from your property during working hours. Should you need to make an essential journey during the periods of closure, please contact a member of the workforce in advance and they will be able to advise if they can accommodate your request. Pedestrian access will be available at all times.
In order to avoid potential injury or damage, please do not walk across the carriageway during the works unless directed by a member of the workforce.

Due to the current COVID-19 situation, works will be carried out ensuring safe working practices, and social distancing between site operatives and members of the public are maintained at all times. The appropriate traffic management will be in place to prevent any interaction.

Thank you for your co-operation and if you need more information regarding these works, you can use any of the options below.

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E-Mail: roads@hants.gov.uk