Throughout this week, sections of the Dartford Crossing will be temporarily closed to traffic, including the vehicle escort area, as essential maintenance and resurfacing works are carried out.
The closures, which will affect both northbound and anti-clockwise lanes, are scheduled from Monday, February 5, until Monday, February 12, 2024. The Dartford Crossing, a vital road link spanning the River Thames between Dartford in Kent and Thurrock in Essex, will undergo necessary maintenance during these periods.
Here are the details of the closures:
Monday, February 5 – Tuesday, February 6
- A282 Northbound: Dartford Crossing East Tunnel from 10 pm to 5:30 am for maintenance works.
- A282 Anti-Clockwise: Vehicle Escort Area (Holding Area for Tankers and Ab Loads) from 10 pm to 5:30 am for resurfacing works.
Tuesday, February 6 – Wednesday, February 7
- Similar closures as mentioned above.
Wednesday, February 7 – Thursday, February 8
- Similar closures as mentioned above.
Thursday, February 8 – Friday, February 9
- A282 Northbound: Dartford Crossing East Tunnel from 10 pm to 5:30 am for maintenance works.
Friday, February 9 – Saturday, February 10
- A282 Northbound: Dartford Crossing East Tunnel from 11 pm to 5:30 am for maintenance works.
Saturday, February 10 – Sunday, February 11
- A282 Northbound: Dartford Crossing West Tunnel from 10 pm to 5 am for maintenance works.
Sunday, February 11 – Monday, February 12
- A282 Northbound: Dartford Crossing East Tunnel from 10 pm to 5 am for maintenance works.
During these closure periods, diversions will be in place via the National Highways network or the Kent County Council (KCC) network, depending on the location of the closure. Drivers are advised to plan their journeys accordingly and follow the designated diversion routes.
