Civil Engineering, Rail contractor & Build Specialists
A616 Huddersfield Southern Corridor Lockwood Road
A616 Huddersfield Southern Corridor Lockwood Road
The project involved the construction of a new link road connecting Lockwood Road to Albert Street, designed to alleviate traffic congestion on Lockwood Road, particularly in areas surrounding local businesses and residential properties. The works also included the installation of new drainage systems, gullies, and associated ducting infrastructure.In addition, existing kerbs were removed and replaced with new kerbing. Multiple new footpaths were constructed, incorporating integrated cycleways to improve accessibility and promote sustainable transport. Carriageway reinstatement works were carried out on Lockwood Road, Albert Street, Bridge Street, Swan Lane, and Meltham Road, covering an approximate total area of 7,750 m².
Project work elements included:
- Key outputs included approximately 7,750 m² of carriageway reinstatement across Lockwood Road, Albert Street, Bridge Street, Swan Lane, and Meltham Road.
- A total of approximately 2,000 linear meters of kerbing was installed, including the removal of existing kerbs and replacement with new kerbs lines to suit revised road layouts, footpaths, and integrated cycleways.
- In addition, approximately 2,500 linear meters of ducting was installed to accommodate existing and future utility services, ensuring coordinated service corridors and minimizing the need for future excavation works.
- Drainage works included the installation of new drainage runs and gullies to enhance surface water management and mitigate the risk of localised flooding.
- Excavation works were undertaken across the site to facilitate road construction, drainage, and service installations, with depths varying in accordance with design requirements and existing ground conditions.
- All works were carefully sequenced and delivered under traffic management to maintain safe access for residents, businesses, and road users throughout the construction period.
The Project Works
Early collaboration with the design team improved buildability and programme efficiency, with value engineering delivering cost-effective solutions for drainage, kerbing, and utility ducting. Ongoing engagement with local authorities, utility providers, businesses, and residents helped minimise disruption, while unforeseen issues such as buried services and variable ground conditions were managed through additional investigations and flexible planning.
The project delivered a new link road between Lockwood Road and Albert Street, including 7,750m² of carriageway reconstruction, 2,000m of new kerbing, 2,500m of utility ducting, and new drainage infrastructure. All works were completed under phased traffic management to maintain safe access for road users and the local community.
Delivered to an accelerated programme, the scheme achieved a high standard of quality through regular inspections and robust quality control processes. Stakeholder communication remained a priority throughout, resulting in minimal defects at handover and a smooth transition to operation, with all as-built information provided to the client.
Key challenges included maintaining access, managing existing utilities, and working around variable ground conditions. These were successfully mitigated through phased construction, close coordination with stakeholders and utility providers, and a flexible approach to delivery, ensuring the project was completed safely, on time, and with minimal disruption.
Result
The project was successfully delivered in line with the agreed accelerated programme, with key elements completed ahead of schedule, enabling early access and use by the client and local community.
A structured soft landings approach was adopted to ensure a smooth transition from construction to operation, with ongoing support provided during the initial post-completion period.
The Difference We Made
The scheme delivered long-term social value through improved infrastructure, including enhanced pedestrian footpaths and integrated cycleways, promoting sustainable travel and improving accessibility for the local community.
The project also created safer road layouts, improved drainage to reduce flood risk, and delivered a higher-quality public realm, benefiting both residents and local businesses.