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Metrolink - Airport line update

Metrolink Airport line update

Updated 18 January 2012

Transport for Greater Manchester (TfGM) is currently building a new Metrolink extension from Chorlton to Manchester Airport. We previously informed residents in July 2011 of utility diversions that are taking place as part of the construction works.

We are now providing an indication of further utilities works that are expected to be carried out until approximately Summer 2012. The dates provided are indicative and may be subject to change.

Following the completion of utility diversion works, our contractors MPact-Thales (MPT) will begin construction of the main Metrolink infrastructure. In your area the key construction works that will be visible in the next few months will be as shown on the maps below.

During these works some traffic management measures will be in place, we will aim to keep disruption to a minimum. The key works are as follows:

Metrolink works taking place between Mauldeth Road West to M60

  • Chorlton High School: United Utilities will be working within the existing compound at the school from mid February 2012. This will have no impact on road vehicles or pedestrians.

  • Nell Lane: United Utilities will be working on Nell Lane at its junction with Mauldeth Road West from mid February. These works will require the closure of Nell Lane (on the Chorlton High School side only) for a period of one month. During these works Nell Lane can be accessed from Wilbraham Road, via Withington Road or Barlow Moor Road (detailed plan attached). Diversion signs will be in place.

  • Hardy Lane Road Closure: These utility works will continue and are expected to be completed, ahead of schedule by mid February 2012.

  • Hardy Lane: utility works on Hardy Lane will be ongoing with localised lane restrictions.

Metrolink brief outline of upcoming construction works not shown on map

  • Junction of Hardy Lane and Barlow Moor Road: Works to improve this junction will be undertaken in a number of phases. The initial phases will not require Hardy Lane to be closed, however, there will be lane restrictions.

  • Junction of Nell Lane and Mauldeth Road West: Works to improve and widen this junction will start following the completion of Utility works. We will write to affected residents with more detailed information closer to the time.

Metrolink works taking place between M60 to Greenwood Road

  • Ossington Walk: Current utility works in this area will be on going until late January 2012

  • Moor Road: There will be a part closure of Moor Road from Mid February 2012 for 3 months. This part road closure will be from Crewe Road to Wythenshawe Road. This will include temporary traffic lights on the junction of Wythenshawe Road / Moor Road. You will also be aware of existing utility works along Moor Road; these works will also be complete when the part road closure is lifted.

  • Altrincham Road: Electricity North West works will be on going until mid February 2012

  • Southmoor Road: There have been a number of utility works along Southmoor Road. These works will be on going until June 2012. The utilities compound will also be removed at that time.

  • Hollyhedge Road: Utility works between the junction of Southmoor Road and Greenwood Road are now complete. The one way system between Greenwood Road and Brownley Road roundabout will be on-going. Utility works, in this section are expected to be finished by mid-March 2012. However, it is expected that the one way system will be maintained for the construction works.

Metrolink brief outline of upcoming construction works not shown on map

  • Southmoor Road: Construction activity is anticipated to begin in this area from mid February/ early March 2012. During this period construction work on the tram stops will start. We will write to affected residents with more detailed information.

  • Hollyhedge Road: The one way system currently in operation will be extended for construction purposes. As part of these works a construction site compound will be established eitherside of the M56 to facilitate the construction of a new bridge. The bridge will provide a track crossing for the tram. We will write to affected residents closer to the time.

Metrolink works taking place between Greenwood Road to Manchester Airport
Please note specific works along Ringway Road have been done seperately

  • Greenwood Road / Hollyhedge Road junction: The temporary 4 way traffic lights will be in use until early February 2012.

  • Greenwood Road, Alders Road, Brownley Road: Residents have previously received a letter from United Utilities informing them that they will be carrying out works to sewers and water pipes between these roads. These works started on 9 January for approximately 8 weeks.

  • Hollyhedge Road: Utility works between the junction of Southmoor Road and Greenwood Road are now complete. The one way system between Greenwood Road and Brownley Road roundabout will be on-going. Utility works, in this section are expected to be finished by mid-March 2012. However, it is expected that the one way system will be maintained for the construction works.

  • Hollyhedge Road / Brownley Road Roundabout: Current gas works will be ongoing until the end of January 2012

  • Crossacre Road / Poundswick Lane: Utility diversion works will start from mid January for a period of 3 months. These works will include the construction of the utility access shaft. Temporary traffic lights will be used during some of the works.

  • Wythenshawe Town Centre: Utilities will be working on the sewer pipes and electric cables within the Town Centre by the Forum (Fleming Way and Poundswick Lane). The works will start in late January until late March. As part of these works a large crane will be in use from Mid February for two weeks.

  • Simonsway: Existing Gas works are expected to be complete by mid February. Unitied Utilities waste water will be working in the grassed verge between Fleming Way and the top of Shadow Moss Road from mid January to mid March. This work will require the closure of Simonsway between Haslington Road and Peel Hall Road for two weeks from late January / mid February, dates will be advertised on the site. The alternative route for vehicles will be via Simonsway, Ruddpark Road, Portway, Cornishway, Shadowmoss Road and Simonsway.

  • Simonsway / Brownley Road roundabout: A number of utility works will be working on the roundabout from mid February for a four week period. Four way traffic lights will be in use during these works.

  • Shadow Moss Road: A number of utility shafts will be constructed along the grass verge (on the Ringway Road Industrial Estate side of the Shadow Moss) from week commencing 16th January for three months. These shafts are commonly between 4 - 6 metres in diameter and can be 10 metres deep. They provide an access point in the future for utilities that cannot be diverted.

  • Manchester Airport (Outwood Lane): Temporary diversion works will be on-going as part of utility diversions and main construction works.

Metrolink brief outline of upcoming construction works not shown on map

  • Hollyhedge Road: The one way system will be maintained as part of the track construction works. A compound will also be estabished on eitherside of the M56 to facilitate the construction of a new bridge. The bridge will provide a track crossing for the tram. We will provide more detail of the compound to affected residents closer to the time. Site investigation works as well as carrying out trial holes will also continue in this area.

  • Simonsway: Construction works are expected to commence along Simonsway late February. This will include works within the Simonsway/Ruddpark roundabout, this will not restrict vehicle movements. During the utilities closure some preparation works (site accessess) will also be completed.

  • Rowlands Way: Construction works are expected to start across Rowlands Way which will result in its closure. Dates for these works are still awaited. Affected residents will be informed at a later date.

Please view the maps below, which provide a visual overview of where utilities and associated traffic management measures will be in place across the airport line.

The standard working for Metrolink utilities is Monday to Saturday. There may be occasions, during this period, that this may extend to Sunday.