Key road from Glastonbury and Street to Taunton to close next week

By Laura Linham

10th Jan 2024 | Local News

The now-reopened A361 between Street and Taunton
The now-reopened A361 between Street and Taunton

The A361, a crucial thoroughfare connecting Glastonbury and Street with Taunton which was closed because of flooding has re-opened - only to close again for maintenance next week.

The road's closure due to flooding has inadvertently expedited essential maintenance works in the area.

Originally slated for January 15 to 26, the works involve cutting back numerous damaged and overgrown willow trees near West Lyng. But the unexpected flooding closure allowed Somerset Council's contractors to commence the work ahead of schedule,

To finalise the willow management works the road will be closed from 9am to 3.30pm starting next Monday (January 15) through to Wednesday, January 24. It will, however, be open during peak hours and weekends to minimise disruption.

For those affected by the closure, a diversion route is available.

Detailed information on this and other travel disruptions can be found at www.somerset.gov.uk/roads-travel-and-parking/roadworks-and-travel/.

Cllr Richard Wilkins, Somerset Council's lead member for transport and digital, said: "This is the optimal time of year to manage vegetation, outside of the growing season.

"Fortunately, we've managed to reduce the closure time by taking the opportunity to get on site and start the work immediately.

"We understand, of course, there will be an impact for residents and road users. This should be minimised by the fact the road is open during peak hours and at weekends. This work has to be done for the safety of road users."

     

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