Residents in Basildon can now more easily monitor road closures and travel disruptions through updated online tools provided by Essex County Council. By visiting the Essex Highways website, locals can access a central hub for real-time traffic information and future project updates across the region.
The Future Roadworks Map is powered by the one.network platform. This tool allows residents to view planned roadworks and utility projects, such as gas, water, electric, and telephone repairs, all in one place. The map provides information on road closures and diversions for the next two weeks and longer, helping drivers plan their journeys more effectively.
For those needing immediate updates on incidents as they happen, the council offers the Essex Travel News service. Staff at the Essex Traffic Control Centre provide live traffic reports Monday through Friday from 06:00 to 20:00, and on Saturdays from 09:00 to 17:30.
Current travel updates are particularly relevant as surface improvement works continue on the A13 westbound carriageway in Basildon. The project between the Pitsea flyover and Five Bells Roundabout involves overnight closures from 21:00 to 05:00 and is expected to conclude by the end of May 2026. Basildon Borough Council advises residents to use these county-level resources to stay informed about local road safety and transport changes.
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