There will be more roads disruption as investigations take place into the flooding problems that have plagued an Aberdeen neighbourhood.
The work being undertaken by Scottish Water in the city’s Merchant Quarter first began in late January, with several roads closed, as the firm sought solutions to the long-term sewer problem.
Now it has been announced that the works will continue into the feasibility of a flood scheme for the harbour-side community.
Scottish Water and its Alliance Partner amey-Black & Veatch (aBV) said that a larger probe will begin on March 30 and warned that a lane closure will be in place on Trinity Quay, westbound, for up to two weeks, coinciding with the school Easter holiday period.
A further week of work will then take place from April 14, with Shore Brae closed to traffic.
aBV project manager Bruce Macgregor said: “The investigation work we have been carrying out is needed to make sure we identify the right solution to reduce the risk of storm flooding on a long-term basis and understand any potential challenges as early as possible.
“It has been a key priority throughout to work with the city council to minimise disruption for road users as far as we can in what is a very busy area.
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“That meant keeping to our agreed programme as closely as possible and scheduling this further work affecting Trinity Quay for the school holiday period.”
Scottish Water corporate affairs manager Gavin Steel added: “We would like thank customers for their continued patience while we complete these essential investigations, which are an essential step towards reducing the risk of storm flooding linked to the Merchant Quarter’s sewer network.
“We would encourage road-users to plan their journeys, follow the diversions in place and allow some extra time where possible.”
BT Openreach is also carrying out unrelated work on Market Street and Guild Street over a similar period.