Roadworks to be lifted on M6 South of Penrith after resurfacing work

Work is being carried out on the M6 South of Penrith this month that will pave the way for the removal of roadworks and speed restrictions.  

National Highways have had Traffic management in place between junctions 39 and 40, which has seen 2.5 miles of the M6 operating with two narrow lanes in both directions and a 40mph speed limit since May.

It was introduced earlier this year to support the repair of Lowther Bridge, however the scheme has been paused to allow for the completion of surveys which will help National Highways further understand and mitigate the environmental impact of the essential maintenance.

National Highways have said “Work on the project is due to restart next year once the surveys and scheme designs have been reviewed. The repairs will prolong the life of the structure by replacing the bridge’s expansion joints, waterproofing the bridge decks and improving the drainage.”

The roadworks and speed restrictions will be lifted on the northbound carriageway before 6am on Friday 22 September, and southbound before 6am on Sunday 24 September.

Before then, engineers will carry out resurfacing work and install a temporary central barrier. This requires overnight closures of the M6 northbound carriageway between junctions 39 and 40 on 20 and 21 September, and the southbound carriageway on 22 and 23 September.

The closures run from 8pm to 6am, and the A6 will be the signposted diversion route.