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Works to repair A59 at Kex Gill delayed due to snow

Tuesday, 14 January 2025 12:01

Works to repair the landslip on the A59 at Kex Gill have been delayed.

Works to repair the A59 at Kex Gill have been delayed due to the weather, North Yorkshire Council has said.

The road has been closed since New Year’s Day due to a landslip caused by the adverse weather.

Diversions have been in place since, with the council hoping to begin repairs swiftly.

But heavy snow and icy temperatures have caused delays to the works, which will now get underway "as soon as it is safe to do so".

North Yorkshire Council’s executive member for highways and transport, Councillor Keane Duncan, said:

“Following the unplanned closure of the A59, due to the landslip on New Year’s Day, we have appointed a contractor who has been on-site to determine the level of work required.

“Unfortunately, the recent snowfall and prolonged cold spell has affected the route and resulted in a snow drift, with snow still on the bank. This has impacted on the start of works.

“It is anticipated that the worst of the weather is over, and temperatures are due to improve. Therefore, the landslip will be re-assessed, and work will start as soon as it is safe to do so.

“Given the nature of the landslip, and to reduce the risk of any future closures, our contractor plans to not only remove the landslip debris, but also install new drainage.”

Cllr Duncan added:

“We understand the impact this closure is having, and we are doing all we can to complete the works as quickly and as safely as possible. We have also installed additional ‘open as usual’ signs to help affected businesses.

“We will ensure further, regular updates are shared with residents and businesses in the immediate vicinity of Kex Gill, as well as the wider public.”

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