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Works to Begin on Hill Street Bridge on July 20

Significant road maintenance and improvement works will commence on Hill Street Bridge, Dundalk, on Monday, 20 July.

Planned works include the installation of new traffic lights, new kerbing and footpath upgrades, accessibility crossing with drop kerbs and tactile paving, traffic calming measures and full resurfacing of the roads.

The works are due to be completed by Friday, 28 August, in time for the local schools’ return following the summer holiday period, subject to weather and operational conditions.

To ensure the safety of workers and the public, and to facilitate the timely completion of the project, the works will be carried out in three stages, with sections of the R132 (Dublin Road) and R172 (Avenue Road) closed on a phased basis throughout the project.

The traffic management arrangements will be implemented as follows:

  • Stage 1: Monday, July 20 to Monday, August 3

Hill Street Bridge will be closed from the traffic lights to the junction of Stapleton Place.

  • Stage 2: Monday, August 3 to Monday, August 17

The R172 (Avenue Road) will be closed from the junction at Tom Bellew Avenue to the traffic lights on Hill Street Bridge. Local access only.

  • Stage 3: Monday, August 17 to Friday, August 28

The R132 (Dublin Road) will be closed from the old Crosson’s Garage to the traffic lights on Hill Street Bridge. Local access only.

Advance signage and public notifications will be in place to minimise disruption. Pedestrian access will be maintained, and arrangements have been made to ensure access for emergency services at all times. Access for residents and businesses within the works area will be maintained where practicable.

Road users are advised to allow extra travel time, follow all temporary traffic management measures, and use alternative routes whenever possible.

Louth County Council appreciates the public's patience and cooperation during these important works. Every effort will be made to complete the project as quickly as possible.

Relevant updates will be provided on www.louthcoco.ie and Louth County Council’s Facebook and Instagram pages.