Infrastructure Minister has announced that the
embankment reconstruction works on the Glenshesk Road,
Ballycastle will commence this week.
The Glenshesk Road partially collapsed due to an embankment
failure on 27 March 2024.
Minister Kimmins said: “The local community will be well
aware that the Glenshesk Road has been partially closed for
almost a year following the serious embankment failure that
occurred due to severe weather conditions last
year.
“Due to the severity of the damage and the topography of
the area this has been a complex issue that has required a
significant engineering consideration to allow a safe and
feasible solution to be developed. I am pleased to confirm
we are now in a position to commence the repairs this
week. As this area is susceptible to
landslides, drainage improvement works will be undertaken in
association with the embankment reconstruction to reduce the risk
of further landslides at this location.
“I am very mindful of the impact this road closure is
having, and I would like to thank residents,
local businesses and commuters for their continued patience while
this essential infrastructure work is carried out.”
To facilitate the safe delivery of the works, the B15 Glenshesk
Road will remain closed (between Greenan Road junction and
Glenbank Road junction) during the duration of the
works. Signed diversionary routes are already in place.
It is hoped that the works will be completed by end of the summer
subject to favourable weather conditions. The Department will
keep the public informed of the expected road opening dates as
the works progress.
For more information about this scheme visit: www.infrastructure-ni.gov.uk/articles/b15-glenshesk-road-ballycastle-overview
