Full list of road closures as the Army and Navy flyover in Chelmsford is demolished
The roadworks could cause disruptions for local residents
Hope WoolstonMultimedia Reporter
The Army and Navy flyover is being demolished
Essex County Council have finally revealed when work to demolish the Army and Navy flyover will begin.
The flyover shut for good in September last year over safety concerns and has stood unused ever since.
The demolition will start next Monday (February 10) and continue throughout both February and March - with work expected to be completed in April.
The Army and Navy roundabout and flyover
The flyover will be taken down in sections, which will be taken away for dismantling and recycling.
During the demolition, some roads around the roundabout will have to be closed to traffic.
When will the Army and Navy be shut due to the flyover demolition?
All of the restrictions will be in place between 9.30pm and 5.30am from Monday to Friday in an attempt to reduce disruption.
However, some daytime work will be required during the process.
Essex County Council announces demolition date of Chelmsford's Army and Navy flyover
Here is the full timetable of expected roadworks due to the demolition of the Army and Navy flyover:
Monday, February 10 - Friday, February 14
Daytime works with no carriageway restrictions
Tuesday, February 18 onwards (as required)
Overnight lane restrictions will reduce the carriageway to one lane on the roundabout and its approaches and exits.
Monday, February 24 and Tuesday, February 25 overnight
There will be a full closure of the A1114 Essex Yeomanry Way in both directions.
Baddow Road will also be closed heading away from the roundabout, while the A138 Chelmer Road will be shut heading towards the roundabout.
Wednesday, February 26 - Friday, February 28 and Monday, March 2 - Tuesday, March 3
The A1114 Essex Yeomanry Way will be shut in both direction.
During the closures, Essex County Council say that there will be appropriate diversions suited to all types of vehicles.
The pedestrian access on the roundabout will also be maintained during the works.
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What is the future of the Army and Navy roundabout?
A long-term solution for the Army and Navy flyover is yet to be announced.
Essex County Council say that they are continuing to work on a plan and are close to completing a Strategic Outline Business Case - an important milestone in accessing Department for Transport funding for the scheme.
The Army and Navy flyover
The deputy leader of Essex County Council and Cabinet Member for Infrastructure, Councillor Kevin Bentley said: "The Army and Navy flyover has been a well-known feature of the Chelmsford skyline for 40 years and its removal will be a historic milestone for the city.
"Of course, we recognise that the works will cause some disruption and, together with the contractor, Clarke Demolition Company Limited, we will be doing everything possible to minimise any inconvenience caused.
"The Army and Navy is a crucial gateway to Chelmsford and we are also continuing to assess potential options for a long-term solution at the junction.
"We understand people want a solution as quickly as possible and steps are being taken to speed things up wherever we can, however we must also follow Government processes and ensure we achieve the best scheme for Chelmsford."
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