An upgrade to traffic signals and maintenance works will take place next week at a road junction in Hamilton.
The work will begin from Tuesday, January 5, at the junction of Caird Street, Douglas Street and New Park Street.
In addition, the work will also give the Roads and Transportation service an opportunity to incorporate SCOOT technology into the signals, allowing more flexibility in how the junction can be used and operated.
This software gives the council ‘real-time’ control over traffic signals, allowing the remote adjustment of lights and signals to reduce delays based on the use of live data
Initial work will see the replacement of traffic light infrastructure, followed by a package of ducting works along all approaches to the junction, with completion planned by the end of February.
Although work will be done off-peak where possible, various traffic management measures will be in place, including temporary lights, to ensure the safety of drivers, pedestrians and road workers.
Councillor John Anderson, Chair of the Community and Enterprise Resources Committee said: “This is a significant investment and package of works in what is one of Hamilton’s most used and important junctions.
“Inevitably this will mean an element of disruption while work takes place and we apologise for any inconvenience caused. I would urge anyone using this area in the weeks ahead to plan their routes and build in extra time for their journey where possible.”
