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A391
PROJECT UPDATE - 9 May
Firstly, we are pleased to report that the project is going well and running to schedule.
By the end of this week, we will have removed 4,000 tonnes of surface course material, carried out all the structural repairs to the lower layers of the carriageway, repaired and adjusted all the gullies and drainage features, and painted all the roundabout chevron paving. This is in readiness for the relaying of the surface course, which will start on Monday next week.
To facilitate localised traffic movements, we initially planned to keep the Carclaze, Boscoppa, and Bethel roundabouts open between 7 am and 7 pm during the first phase of the project. However, due to safety concerns arising from six separate vehicle incursions into the work site, it was necessary to close these roundabouts fully until the project is completed. We recognise that this may cause inconvenience, but our top priority is the safety of our workforce and all road users.
We are closely monitoring traffic flows in and around St Austell via driven survey and connected vehicle technology in addition to public feedback. We will continue to monitor and adapt complementary measures to the closure as required.
Please be assured we working to ensure that this project finishes safely and efficiently, ultimately improving the road network for everyone.
Thank you for your patience and support
Live Labs 2 Project
Beginning on Tuesday 6 May, we will commence resurfacing work on the A391, with the project expected to take four weeks to complete. During this time, a road closure will be in effect to ensure the safety of both our team and local road users.
The Live Labs 2 Project is a highway maintenance and improvement programme funded by the Department for Transport, enabling Cornwall Council to explore modern materials and methods that reduce carbon in road maintenance operations.
We are committed to informing the community and encourage you to return to this page for updates once the project goes live.
For further details please take a look at the documents linked below:
An Aerial View
Join us as we take a bird's-eye view to reveal the beginnings of the A391 resurfacing project.
