Motorists in Dartford are advised to prepare for a series of road closures scheduled throughout July, which may cause delays ranging from 10 to 30 minutes. These closures are part of National Highways’ maintenance and improvement works on major roads and motorways.

National Highways, responsible for maintaining the UK’s motorways and major A-roads, has released a list of current and upcoming closures in the Dartford area:

1. A2:
   • Duration: 12:05am, June 17 to 12:05am, August 30
   • Delay: Slight (under 10 minutes)
   • Details: A2 eastbound and westbound, off-network, temporary speed limit reduction from 50mph to 40mph, 24/7 for this period.
2. A282:
   • Duration: 10pm, July 1 to 5:30am, August 1
   • Delay: Slight (under 10 minutes)
   • Details: A282 northbound, Dartford Crossing West Tunnel, tunnel closure for maintenance works, diversion via National Highways network.
3. A282:
   • Duration: 10pm, July 1 to 5:30am, July 4
   • Delay: Slight (under 10 minutes)
   • Details: M25 clockwise, junction 1A Roundabout, lane closure for electrical works.
4. A282:
   • Duration: 10pm, July 4 to 5:30am, July 6
   • Delay: Moderate (10-30 minutes)
   • Details: A282 northbound, East Tunnel, tunnel closure for waterproofing works, diversion via National Highways network.
5. A282:
   • Duration: 8pm, July 6 to 10am, July 7
   • Delay: Slight (under 10 minutes)
   • Details: A282 northbound, Dartford Crossing West Tunnel, tunnel closure for maintenance works, diversion via National Highways network.
6. A282:
   • Duration: 10pm, July 7 to 5am, July 8
   • Delay: Slight (under 10 minutes)
   • Details: A282 northbound, Dartford Crossing East Tunnel, tunnel closure for maintenance works, diversion via National Highways network.
7. A282:
   • Duration: 10pm, July 9 to 5:30am, July 13
   • Delay: Slight (under 10 minutes)
   • Details: M25, junction 1A, lane closures for electrical works.
8. A282:
   • Duration: 10pm, July 13 to 5am, July 14
   • Delay: Slight (under 10 minutes)
   • Details: A282 northbound, Dartford Crossing West Tunnel, tunnel closure for maintenance works, diversion via National Highways network.
9. A282:
   • Duration: 10pm, July 14 to 5am, July 15
   • Delay: Slight (under 10 minutes)
   • Details: A282 northbound, Dartford Crossing East Tunnel, tunnel closure for maintenance works, diversion via National Highways network.
10. A13:
    • Duration: 10pm, July 15 to 5am, July 18
    • Delay: Moderate (10-30 minutes)
    • Details: A13 eastbound, junction Mardyke to junction A1012, lane and full carriageway closure for electrical works, diversion via National Highways roads.

Drivers are encouraged to plan their journeys accordingly and allow extra time for travel during these periods. For real-time updates and further details on road closures, motorists can visit the National Highways website or use traffic monitoring apps.

These maintenance works are essential for ensuring the safety and efficiency of the road network, but National Highways appreciates the patience and understanding of all road users during this period.