Our Strategic Route Surfacing (SRS) programme has major road improvement schemes taking place to keep some of Lincolnshire's busiest and most important routes safe, reliable and in good condition.
The programme focuses on maintaining the county's key strategic roads, helping improve journey quality for residents, businesses and visitors while reducing the need for more costly and disruptive repairs in the future. Unlike routine road maintenance, this investment is targeted at Lincolnshire's busiest and most important routes, which connect communities across the county and provide vital links for tourism, businesses and freight, helping to keep Lincolnshire accessible.
The first of this year’s major road reconstruction projects, to the A17 in Bicker, came to a successful end in mid-July.
Current projects underway include:
- A153 at Anwick (due to finish in late August)
- A52/A607 Grantham Gyratory improvements (due to finish in late August)
- A1031 North Cotes (due to finish in mid-September)
- Tritton Road and University Roundabout, Lincoln (due to finish in late September)
- B1517 Grantham Road, Sleaford (due to finish in late September)
- A15 Folkingham (due to finish in late September)
Further schemes starting soon include:
- Freiston Road, Boston – from Monday 26 October for up to two weeks
Cllr David East, executive member for highways, said: "Our Strategic Route Surfacing programme represents a significant investment in Lincolnshire's transport network, and it's great to see so many schemes now progressing across the county.
"These are some of our busiest and most important roads. They carry high volumes of traffic every day and connect people to work, schools, healthcare, shops and leisure facilities, while also providing vital links for businesses transporting goods around the county and beyond.
"By investing in these roads now, we're protecting taxpayers' money by reducing the need for more expensive emergency repairs in the future. We're also helping to improve journey reliability, support the local economy and keep communities connected.
"We know roadworks can be frustrating, but carrying out planned maintenance at the right time is far better than waiting until roads deteriorate to the point where urgent repairs become necessary.
"Our teams are working hard to complete each scheme as quickly and safely as possible, and I'd like to thank residents, businesses and road users for their continued patience while these important improvements are carried out."
Lincs Laboratory – the science behind better roads
Behind every Strategic Route Surfacing scheme is the expertise of Lincs Laboratory, whose testing and analysis play a vital role in ensuring every road is rebuilt to the highest standard.
Before construction begins, the laboratory analyses existing road materials to help engineers design the most appropriate treatment for each site. During and after construction, the team carries out extensive quality assurance testing, including asphalt sampling, core testing, ride quality assessments and texture depth measurements to confirm the finished road meets the required specification.
This evidence-led approach helps ensure each scheme delivers a safer, longer-lasting road surface while protecting taxpayers' investment by reducing the need for future maintenance.
Sam Edwards, head of highways and economic infrastructure at Lincolnshire County Council, said: "Lincs Laboratory is a hugely important part of our Strategic Route Surfacing programme, even though much of its work takes place behind the scenes.
"Their testing and technical expertise give us confidence that every scheme is being built to the highest standards. From helping determine the right treatment before work starts to checking the quality of the finished road, they're providing the evidence that ensures we're delivering durable, reliable roads and the best possible value for taxpayers' money."
Each scheme includes a combination carriageway reconstruction and new road lining, along with additional improvements such as drainage repairs, traffic signal upgrades, road markings and ironwork repairs being completed where appropriate to maximise value for taxpayers and minimise future disruption.
The Strategic Route Surfacing programme forms part of Lincolnshire County Council's ongoing investment in maintaining the county's 5,500-mile highway network, helping ensure roads remain safe, resilient and fit for the future.
For the latest information on current and upcoming roadworks, visit: www.lincolnshire.gov.uk/roadworks.