• Project begins Monday 2 October 2023 for nine weeks
• Single lane closure with two-way temporary traffic light system
• Overnight road closures 27 October and 24 November

From Monday 2 October, BEAR Scotland, Transport Scotland’s trunk road operating company, will embark on an important maintenance project to enhance the Allt A’Ghaill culvert under the A86 trunk road. This extensive project encompasses essential masonry repairs, along with significant road safety improvements. The safety enhancements will include upgrades to safety barriers, minor carriageway widening and road realignment measures.

The culvert is located between Newtonmore and Laggan, approximately three miles east of Laggan, and carries the Allt A’Ghaill watercourse under the A86. The works are important to preserve the integrity of this structure and prevent the need for more extensive repairs in the future.

The project is scheduled to take nine weeks. There will be a continuous single lane closure over the bridge, regulated by a two-way temporary traffic light system. This will ensure the safety of both construction teams and road users throughout the works.

In addition, there will be two overnight closures of the A86 on 27 October and 24 November between 10pm and 5am, to allow carriageway surfacing works. An alternative route will be clearly marked via the A9 and A889.

Ian Stewart, BEAR Scotland’s North West Representative, said, “This essential maintenance initiative will not only restore the A86 culvert but will introduce vital safety enhancements, ensuring its safe operation for years to come. We will prioritise completing this project efficiently and safely, and we appreciate the patience of all road users during this period. We encourage everyone to plan ahead, check the Traffic Scotland website for real-time updates and allow additional time for their journeys.”

Real time journey information is available from Traffic Scotland on www.traffic.gov.scot or Twitter/X@trafficscotland.