Heads up, drivers! The Dartford Crossing is set for a string of night-time closures this week as vital maintenance works kick in. Both West and East tunnels will be shut overnight, with diversions rerouting traffic via National Highways roads. Expect delays and plan your journeys accordingly!
What’s Going Down at the Dartford Crossing?
Linking Dartford in Kent with Thurrock in Essex, the Dartford Crossing is a key part of the A282 over the River Thames. Once called the Dartford Tunnel until 1991, this vital route handles millions of vehicles yearly. Scheduled repairs are necessary to keep it safe and running smoothly.
Schedule of Tunnel Closures: Get Ready!
- Tuesday, August 27 – Wednesday, August 28 West Tunnel closed from 10pm to 5.30am. Carriageway and slip roads shut for tunnel work. Diversions in place via National Highways roads.
- Wednesday, August 28 – Thursday, August 29 West Tunnel closes again 10pm–5.30am. Same carriageway and slip road closures with diversions.
- Thursday, August 29 – Friday, August 30 West Tunnel closed overnight 10pm–5.30am. Use National Highways routes for diversions.
- Friday, August 30 – Saturday, August 31 West Tunnel shutdown 10pm–5.30am. Plus, East Tunnel also closes overnight from 10pm–5.30am. Both tunnels affected with diversions via National Highways.
- Saturday, August 31 – Sunday, September 1 West Tunnel closed 10pm–5am. East Tunnel closed 10pm–5.30am. Expect full closures and diversions.
- Sunday, September 1 – Monday, September 2 East Tunnel closes 10pm–5am for final maintenance work. Diversions remain in place.
What You Need to Know
Motorists should brace for delays and longer journeys during these night-time closures. Keep an eye on the weather, as bad conditions might affect scheduled work.
For live updates and diversion info, check the National Highways website or follow the latest traffic news.
These essential upgrades will make sure one of the UK’s busiest crossings stays safe and efficient for millions on the road.
