Road conditions in Lincolnshire
A roads
| Year | Percentage of road in red category | Percentage of road in amber category | Percentage of road in green category |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 1.7% | 18.3% | 79.9% |
| 2024 | 1.9% | 19.5% | 78.6% |
| 2025 | 2.5% | 19.3% | 78.2% |
B and C roads
| Year | Percentage of road in red category | Percentage of road in amber category | Percentage of road in green category |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 6.5% | 23.6% | 69.9% |
| 2024 | 6.2% | 24.1% | 69.8% |
| 2025 | 6.2% | 23.1% | 70.8% |
U roads
| Year | Percentage of road in red category |
|---|---|
| 2023 | 26.1% |
| 2024 | 25.5% |
| 2025 | 23.2% |
Councils use road condition surveys to assess the state of their roads. The results are grouped into three categories:
- Green – the road is in good condition and no further investigation or treatment is required
- Amber – the road may need maintenance soon
- Red – the road is in poor condition and should be considered for maintenance
The published official statistics for road condition include more detail about the methodology, timing and coverage of this data.
Additional information on carriageway condition
Carriageway condition is assessed using a combination of machine-based surveys (SCANNER, SCRIM and Deflectograph) and visual inspections (CVI and AI video assessments), providing structural and surface condition data. Surveys are undertaken in line with national guidance and supplemented by local intelligence, defect records and customer reports to identify emerging issues and support investment decisions.
Reported condition figures can be influenced by several factors. Our network includes a high proportion of rural and unclassified roads, many of which were not designed for current traffic levels or heavy vehicle use. Traffic growth and environmental factors, including flooding, drought and freeze-thaw cycles, also affect network performance.
We have achieved sustained improvements in our road condition through targeted investment and proactive asset management. Annual variations can reflect the strategic prioritisation of higher-risk road sections, ensuring funding is directed where it delivers the greatest benefit, supporting the long-term resilience and performance of the highway network.