Drivers in Middlesbrough are being advised to plan for extra travel time this week as a series of road closures and traffic management measures impact several routes across the town. These works, which include both emergency utility repairs and long-term infrastructure improvements, are expected to cause delays for commuters and local residents throughout the month of May 2026.
Among the immediate changes, Alphonsus Street and Veronica Street will be closed on 6 May to allow for water maintenance. Shortly after, Kelvin Grove will be subject to a closure starting on 7 May and continuing until 12 June. These projects are primarily being managed by Northumbrian Water Limited, which is also conducting works on several other streets, including Delamere Road, Crossfell Road, Penrith Road, Strait Lane, and Overdale Road.
The town is also managing several other active infrastructure projects. The A172 Stokesley Road and A174 Marton Interchange are undergoing a major bridge refurbishment that began in March and will continue until autumn 2026. Middlesbrough Council, which is overseeing the project, has stated that while delays are unavoidable, they have worked with contractors to keep traffic moving and avoid extensive diversions. The work includes essential concrete repairs, new waterproofing, and updated pedestrian and safety barriers.
Other ongoing and upcoming utility works continue to affect traffic flow. Northern Gas Networks is carrying out repairs on Baldoon Sands until 17 July, with additional works on Trimdon Avenue and Marton Road. Furthermore, Northern Powergrid is scheduled to work on Gunnergate Lane on 9 May and 10 May.
In addition to these recent projects, long-term traffic measures remain in place at the A19 southbound at the A1046 Portrack Interchange. Drivers are reminded that narrow lanes and a 50 mph speed limit have been in effect there since July 2020 following damage caused by a bridge strike, with no set completion date for those repairs.
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