As the Easter bank holiday weekend draws near, motorists traversing the A282 Dartford Crossing are advised to plan their journeys accordingly due to scheduled closures across the west tunnel.
Commencing Monday through Thursday, the Northbound West Tunnel will be closed between the hours of 10 pm and 5:30 am to facilitate essential maintenance works. These closures are anticipated to impact travel during the late evening and early morning hours.
However, in anticipation of increased traffic over the Easter weekend, there will be no closures during this period, ensuring smoother passage for holiday travelers.
The Dartford Crossing, a vital road link spanning the River Thames and connecting Dartford in Kent to Thurrock in Essex, serves as a crucial artery for commuters and freight traffic alike.
Please note that while the information provided is accurate at the time of publication, circumstances such as adverse weather conditions could lead to changes in planned closures. Motorists are advised to stay updated on any developments that may affect their travel plans.
The closure schedule for the week is as follows:
- Monday, March 25 – Tuesday, March 26: A282 Northbound Dartford Crossing West Tunnel closed from 10 pm to 5:30 am for maintenance works. Diversion routes will be in place via the National Highways network.
- Tuesday, March 26 – Wednesday, March 27: A282 Northbound Dartford Crossing West Tunnel closed from 10 pm to 5:30 am for maintenance works. Diversion routes will be in place via the National Highways network.
- Wednesday, March 27 – Thursday, March 28: A282 Northbound Dartford Crossing West Tunnel closed from 10 pm to 5:30 am for maintenance works. Diversion routes will be in place via the National Highways network.
These closures are necessary to ensure the continued safety and functionality of the Dartford Crossing infrastructure. Motorists are encouraged to plan alternative routes or adjust their travel schedules to minimize disruption during these periods of closure.
