Improvements in Thornleigh
Posted: 24 January 2023
Work is starting on an essential project in Thornleigh, Dudley.
The scheme will see the renewal of the current water mains with a new, high-performance polyethylene water main, as well as replacing the service pipes up to the boundary of customers' properties. The work will improve the quality and reliability of water supplies.
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Works will take place on Stickley Lane on 24 October 2022 for approximately four weeks.
Will traffic be affected?
In order to complete the work as safely and efficiently as possible, multi-way traffic lights will be in place on Stickley Lane, at the junction of Ellowes Road, for approximately one week. The remainder of the works will utilise a give-and-take system.
As we will be working outside your property, parking will be restricted on the road, and therefore it would be greatly appreciated if you could find an alternative place to park. We apologise for the inconvenience this may cause, however by doing so, it will help us to complete the works as safely and efficiently as possible.
Will this affect my water supply?
We may need to turn off your water supply for a short period of time. If we do need to shut off your supply, we will provide as much notice as possible.
Customer liaison vehicle
Prior to the works commencing, our customer liaison vehicle will be available, should you have any questions or would like any further information. Our vehicle will located next to 81 Stickley Lane on 11 October 2022, between the hours of 9am and 3pm.
These works will improve the quality and reliability of your water supply. We're sorry for any inconvenience caused and thank you for your patience.
Our investment programme
This scheme is part of our commitment to invest in new water mains, to reduce leakage by at least 15% and to ensure our customers continue to receive a reliable and high-quality water supply.
Updates
12 October 2022
The next phase of works is due to start on 31 October 2022 for approximately four weeks. Works will begin on Holloway Street, at the junction of Hill Street, progressing to the junction of Ruiton Street.
In order to undertake the work in a safe manner, Holloway Street will be closed from 31 October 2022, for approximately four weeks. A signed diversion route will be in place, as required, and access for residents will be maintained throughout.
Prior to the start of these works, our customer liaison vehicle will be available, should you have any questions or would like any further information. Our customer liaison vehicle will be on the car park next to Freek 2 Chic hairdressers, at the junction of Stickley Lane, on the following dates and times:
- 18 October 2022, 9am – 3pm
- 20 October 2022, 12pm – 6pm
Following the completion of these works, we will continue with the next section of the scheme and move on to Malvern View Road.
31 October 2022
Works are due to start on Malvern View Road on Monday 28 November for approximately four weeks. We will also be working in Colwall Road, Enville Road, Abberley Road, and Brookdale. Works will start on Malvern View Road, from the junction of Stickley Lane, before progressing through Brookdale to the junction of Leafy Rise.
Prior to the start of these works, our customer liaison vehicle will be available, should you have any questions or would like any further information. Our customer liaison vehicle will be on the car park next to Freek 2 Chic hairdressers, at the junction of Stickley Lane, on the following dates and times:
- 8 November 2022, 9am – 3pm
- 9 November 2022, 12pm – 6pm
Following the completion of this phase of the works, the scheme will pause before resuming in January 2023.
12 December 2022
Work will soon start on Furlong Walk, from the junction of Malvern View Road, progressing through the walkway next to 49 Ruiton Street and up to the junction of Stickley Lane. Work is due to start on Monday 9 January 2023 for approximately four weeks.
Prior to the start of these works, our customer liaison vehicle will be available, should you have any questions or would like any further information. Our customer liaison vehicle will be on the car park next to Freek 2 Chic hairdressers, at the junction of Stickley Lane, on the following dates and times:
- 20 December 2022, 9am – 3pm
- 4 January 2023, 9am – 3pm
12 January 2023
Our works will soon start on Vale Street, at the junction of Duke Street, Hill Street and Hollaway Street, before progressing through Duke Street and Cypress Avenue to the junction of Lawnswood Road. Work is due to start on Monday 30 January for approximately two weeks.
During these works, temporary three-way traffic lights will be in place on Vale Street, at the junction of Duke Street and Hill Street. A signed diversion route will also be in place, as required, and access for residents will be maintained throughout. We apologise in advance for any delays caused.
Prior to the start of these works, our customer liaison vehicle will be available, should you have any questions or would like any further information. Our customer liaison vehicle will be located on Hermit Street at the junction of Holloway Street, on the following dates and times:
- 17 December 2022, 9am – 3pm
- 19 January 2023, 12pm – 6pm
27 January 2023
This project is due to progress to the next stage on Monday 13 February for approximately seven weeks. Work will begin on Lawnswood Road, before progressing onto Thornleigh and Cedarwood Road. In order to undertake this work safely, a single lane closure will be in place on Lawnswood Road, Thornleigh, and Cedarwood Road. Motorists will be required to give way and pass when the road is clear.
Prior to this phase of the works, our customer liaison vehicle will be available, should you have any questions or would like any further information. It will be located on Thornleigh, at the junction of Cedarwood Road, on Tuesday 7 February between 9am and 3pm.
15 February 2023
This project is due to progress to the next stage on Monday 13 March for approximately four weeks. Work will be taking place in Kennedy Crescent. In order to undertake this work safely, a single lane closure will be in place from near 1 Kennedy Crescent to outside 26-32 Kennedy Crescent for the duration of the works, where motorists will be required to give way and pass when the road is clear. A full road closure will be in place from 26-32 Kennedy Crescent to 51 Stickley Lane from Monday 20 March for approximately three weeks.
A signed diversion route will also be in place, as required, and access for residents will be maintained throughout. We apologise in advance for any delays caused. Prior to this phase of the works, our customer liaison vehicle will be available, should you have any questions or would like any further information. It will be located on Thornleigh, at the junction of Cedarwood Road, on the following dates and times:
- 7 March 2023, 9am – 3pm
- 9 March 2023, 12pm – 6pm
Posted: 30 September 2022
Updated: 15 February 2023