- Gas mains renewal work starting 23 July for approximately six weeks
- Old metal mains to be replaced with modern plastic pipe
- Work will ensure a safe and reliable gas supply for the future
National Grid is advising motorists in Hereford that work to replace a gas pipe on the A465, Belmont Road at the junction with Walnut Tree Avenue.
The work is due to start on Saturday, 23 July and is expected to take six weeks to complete.
During this time it will be necessary to install temporary traffic lights on Belmont Road and traffic will not be able to turn off Belmont Road into Walnut Tree Avenue or Hunderton Road. Diversions will be clearly signposted.
Motorists are advised to allow extra travel time for any additional congestion or find an alternative route.
The metal mains have now reached the end of their working life and need to be renewed. They will be replaced with new hard-wearing plastic pipe which, once in the ground will last for several generations and will need little or no maintenance meaning any future disruption from roadworks will be greatly reduced.
Steve Murray, National Grid’s head of network said: “There is never a good time to dig up the roads especially on busy routes and I realise this work is likely to cause some disruption. But, I ask residents, businesses and motorists to bear with us while we carry out this essential work which is needed to make sure the area will continue to receive a safe and reliable gas supply for many years to come.”
During the work, residents and traders wanting more information can call the customer helpline on 0114 232 8095. To find out more about how National Grid replaces gas mains and how that affects residents and businesses go to www.bettergaspipes.co.uk.
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