Resurfacing work announced for Warwick roads

By James Smith 24th Jul 2024

St Nicholas Church Street is due to be resurfaced in August (image by Google Maps)
St Nicholas Church Street is due to be resurfaced in August (image by Google Maps)

Resurfacing work has been announced for two roads in Warwick.

Warwickshire County Council is applying surface dressing to over 50 miles of roads across the county and says the work will "significantly improves road surfaces"

In Warwick this will see St Nicholas Church Street and Church Street resurfaced on Tuesday 27 August.

The process involves spraying bitumen emulsion (a sticky tar-like substance) onto a prepared road surface.

Stone chippings are spread over the surface and rolled to allow the stones to embed into the bitumen.

Cllr Jan Matecki, portfolio holder for transport & planning, said: “Surface dressing is vital for maintaining our highways.

"It prevents potholes, improves skid resistance, and extends road life, preventing more costly repairs. Water is the main culprit for road deterioration, and surface dressing seals and waterproofs the road, helping to prevent damage.  

“Respecting speed limits in these areas is crucial to keeping our roads safe and functional. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding as we work to keep Warwickshire's roads safe and reliable for everyone.”

To find out more about surface dressing, visit www.warwickshire.gov.uk/surfacedressing

     

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