STOKE Road has reopened to two-way traffic in a ‘major milestone’ in the A38 Bromsgrove Route Enhancement Programme (BREP).
Scheme C of the BREP includes improvements to improve vehicle flow and improve crossing facilities at the junction between the A38, Stoke Road and Charford Road.
The road has been closed to one-way traffic to enable the widening of Stoke Road Bridge, allowing a third traffic lane to be built.
The improvements also include the realignment of lanes to enhance ahead and right-turn movements, while improving access into the left-turn lane towards the A38 southbound.
Planned overnight closures took place between April 16 and 21.
A section of a temporary road surface is in place, with the final surfacing to be completed in the coming months, along with final elements of Scheme C.
Coun Nik Price, Worcestershire County Council’s Cabinet Member for Highways and Transport, said: “Reopening Stoke Road to two-way traffic is a significant achievement and a real success story for Bromsgrove.
“This has been a complex part of the overall project, but it was essential to deliver the long-term improvements our residents and businesses need.
“By widening the bridge and improving the road layout, we are increasing capacity, easing congestion and making journeys safer and more reliable for everyone.
“I would like to thank the community for their patience while these works were carried out -this investment will deliver lasting benefits for years to come.”
Worcestershire County Council has said it will continue to monitor traffic movements over the weekend and into peak periods this week, ensuring the improved layout is operating effectively for all users.
The £50 million A38 Bromsgrove Route Enhancement Programme is aimed at tackling congestion, improving journey reliability, and supporting economic growth across the area.
Visit www.worcestershire.gov.uk/a38brep for more information.
