Motorists are being warned of forthcoming disruption on the M6 near Carnforth as roadworks are due to begin next week.
National Highways have issued an advance warning of forthcoming safety barrier enhancements on the M6, between Junction 35 at Carnforth and 36 near Burton-in-Kendal.
Work is scheduled to start on Monday, September 14 and expected to finish on Friday, December 11.
The work involves installing a new safety barrier in the central reservation which will help to ensure the continued safety and reliability of journeys along this section of the M6.
Two lanes will remain open in both directions while the work is carried out, with lane three closed both ways and a temporary 40mph speed limit in place for the duration.
To set up a safe working area, there will be a series of overnight lane and road closures (8pm-6am) on the M6 between junction 35 and 36 from mid-September to early October.
The motorway will only be closed on a limited number of occasions and at night when traffic levels are lowest.
Clearly signed diversion routes will be in place during any full road or slip road closures, with M6 southbound motorists will be diverted via the A590 and A6, and drivers wanting to leave the M6 at junction 36 during slip road closures diverted via the next junction and back.
A spokesperson for National Highways said: ‘’Drivers are advised to allow extra time for their journeys and we thank them for their patience while these improvements are carried out.
‘’National Highways are working closely with Cumbria County Council and Lancashire County Council to carefully manage the impact on motorists and the surrounding community during the work.
‘’Access for emergency services will be maintained where possible.
‘’Every effort is being made to minimise disruption to the community and road users, however, due to the nature of the work, some delays are unavoidable especially at peak times.
‘’We always aim to work to the programme, but unforeseen circumstances or poor weather conditions may mean changes happen at short notice.’’
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