Greensward Lane, Rochford - Drainage Improvements 

About the works

Essex Highways will be carrying out drainage improvement works on Greensward Lane, Rochford, between Crouch View Crescent and Lower Road.

Reports of surface water ponding have been received in the vicinity of Trinity Road along Greensward Lane. Investigations and drainage surveys identified areas where the existing drainage system would benefit from targeted improvements to help manage surface water more effectively.

The scheme aims to improve the performance of the existing drainage network and reduce instances of standing water on the highway.

 

How it will affect you

The scheme includes repairing sections of the existing drainage network as well as installing a new drainage run and gullies. Efforts will also be made to rectify existing carrier drains and gully connections and extending the current drainage system.

Plans for installation of a new pipe crossing beneath the road to connect to an existing drainage path is also part of the scheme.

These improvements will help water drain away more effectively and improve long-term resilience of the drainage system.

When will the works take place?

Works are scheduled to begin on 16 November 2026 and are expected to take approximately four weeks to complete. Working hours will generally be during the day, with some overnight working required to safely undertake the road crossing.

Please be cautious that dates are subject to change due to unsuitable weather or unexpected circumstances. 

Traffic Management 

We understand roadworks can be inconvenient and will make every effort to minimise disruption. Access to properties will be maintained wherever practicable, and residents will be notified of any significant changes during the works.

To ensure the safety of road users and the workforce temporary two-way traffic signals will be used during daytime works. Overnight road closures will be required for certain phases of the project. Signed diversion routes will be in place during closures. Access to properties and businesses will be maintained where possible.

Please allow extra time for journeys while works are underway.

Further Information

For further information about these works, please stay updated with this webpage. To get a better understanding of area and nature of works, please visit One Network. 

We will continue to update this webpage as the scheme progresses.