Roadworks in Stafford

Staffordshire County Council will shortly be carrying out significant investigatory works on the A519 Newcastle Road between Cotes Heath and Mill Meece in preparation of structural maintenance works in the 2027/2028 financial year. Crews will be conducting carriageway coring, trial holes and laboratory testing alongside drainage and utility surveys along the near 2km span of highway.

In doing these investigatory works, Staffordshire engineers will be able to prescribe the best possible solutions for the later programmed structural maintenance works.

When are the works taking place?

The work will commence in 6 August 2026

How long will the works take?

Approximately 2 months.

Will I be able to access my home/business?

For the safety of the public and of the work force, temporary traffic signals and speed restrictions will be utilised throughout the duration of the works.

Access to the surrounding roads for residents and businesses will be maintained throughout the works, although delays must be expected.

What effect could the works have on me?

We take care to make sure that work is completed with the minimum of disturbance to the local community but as with any major works, some traffic delays may occur.

Although we will do our best to ensure that noise pollution is kept to a minimum, it is likely that noise will be heard during the working times.

Please take care to plan your journeys.

How you can help us

You can help us to get the job done with the minimum of fuss by following this advice:

• Please keep children away from the works to ensure their safety.
• Please drive slowly and cautiously through the works.
• Check your shoes before entering your property or car to make sure there is no bitumen from the works.

If you have any questions about the work or, concerns about how the work is being carried out, please do not hesitate to contact us via Report it