Works to improve the A153 in Anwick are continuing to make strong progress, say Lincolnshire County Council highways officials, with the project remaining on track to finish in early September.

The scheme forms part of Lincolnshire County Council's £12 million Strategic Route Surfacing (SRS) programme to upgrade the route for the thousands of motorists, businesses, school transport and agricultural vehicles that use the A153 every day.

By fully reconstructing the road and improving drainage at the same time, the council says it is helping reduce the likelihood of potholes and costly emergency repairs in the future, providing better long-term value for taxpayers while minimising future disruption for road users.

Coun David East, executive member for highways, said: "Since starting on site three weeks ago, we've made excellent progress on the A153 in Anwick and the scheme remains firmly on track.

Road works to improve the A153 near Anwick are progressing on schedule, say council officials.

placeholder image — Road works to improve the A153 near Anwick are progressing on schedule, say council officials.

"We've already completed the section west of the village, laying more than 3,500 tonnes of new road-building materials and surfacing.

"The team has also benefited from a long spell of dry weather, allowing work to progress exactly as planned despite the recent high temperatures."

Work will now focus on excavating and reconstructing the section of road east of Anwick, with the full project expected to be completed by early September.

In total, around 6,000 tonnes of new road-building materials and surfacing will be used across the scheme. Verge works are also being carried out to improve drainage, helping prevent water damage and extending the life of the carriageway.

Works are taking place overnight on weekday evenings to minimise disruption for residents and road users.

Coun East added: "Projects like this are about much more than simply resurfacing roads.

"The A153 plays a vital role in connecting communities, supporting local businesses and agriculture, providing access to schools and healthcare, and keeping people and goods moving across the county.

"Investing in these roads before they deteriorate further is the most cost-effective approach. It means fewer emergency repairs, less disruption in the future and a more reliable highway network for everyone."

The council's £12 million Strategic Route Surfacing programme focuses on maintaining Lincolnshire's busiest and most strategically important roads.