The Transport for London (TfL) works are expected to last for up to two years with a number of overnight and weekend lane and road closures
One of London’s most important road structures is set to undergo major repair works after receiving millions in funding from the Department for Transport. Transport for London (TfL) will begin the first phase of a major programme to renew and strengthen the Brent Cross Interchange on September 24.
The initial phase will focus on the A41 Brent Cross Flyover, with work expected to start next month and continue for up to two years. Over 120,000 vehicles use the Brent Cross Interchange every day, which connects people across North London.
The work will aim to strengthen the structure and allow the 7.5-tonne weight restriction implemented in October 2022 to be eventually removed once construction is completed. Drivers are expected to face delays while work is carried out.
A series of traffic measures will be implemented from the evening of September 24, reducing the A41 Brent Cross Flyover to one lane in each direction.
There will also be a number of overnight and weekend lane and road closures at different stages of the project to allow construction activities to proceed safely and efficiently. Signed diversion routes will be in place, and TfL have stated that residents and road users will be updated in advance.
The work will involve replacing safety barriers on the flyover and approach ramps, installing a new waterproofing system to extend the structure’s life, improving the flyover’s reliability, and strengthening the structure to remove the current weight limit. The hope is that ‘undertaking this work will reduce the risk of future unplanned closures and emergency repairs’.
If you are driving on surrounding roads, including parts of the A406 North Circular Road, the A5 Edgware Road, and the A1, longer journey times are expected. However, during the festive season, TfL will pause the works between late November and early January to ensure visitors and businesses can still access Brent Cross Shopping Centre.
Stuart Harvey, TfL’s Chief Capital Officer, said: “The A41 Brent Cross Flyover is a vital piece of London’s road network, supporting tens of thousands of journeys every day. These works are essential to ensure it remains safe and reliable for the millions of journeys that depend on it.
“We recognise that the work will cause disruption, and we’d like to thank local communities and road users in advance for their patience. We will do everything possible to keep people moving and encourage those in the area to plan their journey in advance while this work takes place.”
Future phases of the wider Brent Cross Interchange renewal programme are expected to include works to the mid-level roundabout and A406 slip roads.
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