Motorists heading through Dartford this May 2024 face potential delays of up to half an hour as National Highways implements a series of important road closures for maintenance. These works on major routes are expected to cause slow traffic and diversions, so drivers are advised to plan their journeys carefully.
Scheduled Road Closures and Expected Delays
A282 Northbound Dartford Crossing West Tunnel
When: 10pm May 1 – 5.30am June 1
Delays: Minor, under 10 minutes
Reason: Maintenance work requiring full tunnel closure with diversions via National Highways routes.
A282 Northbound Dartford Crossing West Tunnel
When: 10pm May 4 – 5am May 5
Delays: Minor, under 10 minutes
Reason: Further maintenance necessitating tunnel closure and diversion.
A282 Northbound Dartford Crossing East Tunnel
When: 10pm May 5 – 5am May 6
Delays: Minor, under 10 minutes
Reason: Maintenance work causing full tunnel closure and diversions.
A282 Northbound Dartford Crossing East Tunnel
When: 10pm May 7 – 5am May 10
Delays: Minor, under 10 minutes
Reason: Continued maintenance with tunnel closure and diverted traffic.
M25 Clockwise Junction 1A
When: 10pm May 7 – 5.30am May 10
Delays: Minor, under 10 minutes
Reason: Lane closures for electrical work.
M25 Anticlockwise Junction 3 to Junction 2
When: 10pm May 7 – 5am May 8
Delays: Minor, under 10 minutes
Reason: Lane closures for electrical work.
A2 Eastbound M25 to Bean Interchange
When: 10pm May 9 – 6am May 10
Delays: Moderate, 10-30 minutes
Reason: Lane closures for technology upgrades.
A2 Eastbound Bean to Pepperhill
When: 8pm May 10 – 6am May 11
Delays: Minor, under 10 minutes
Reason: Lane closures for new signage installation.
M25 Anticlockwise Junction 1B to Junction 1A
When: 11pm May 10 – 5.30am May 11
Delays: Minor, under 10 minutes
Reason: Lane and slip road closures for sign works.
M25 Junction 1A Roundabout
When: 10pm May 13 – 5.30am May 15
Delays: Minor, under 10 minutes
Reason: Lane closures for electrical works.
Advice for Drivers During May 2024 Roadworks
If you plan to travel on these Dartford routes during May, expect some delays and consider alternative routes where possible. National Highways recommends monitoring live traffic updates and following official diversion signs to avoid congestion. Staying informed and planning ahead can help minimise disruption and keep your journey as smooth as possible.
Originally published by UKNIP.
