Church Road, the main road connecting Shanklin and Ventnor, is set to close for approximately 2 weeks later this month as Southern Water carries out sewer repairs aimed at reducing the risk of blockages and flooding.
The works, being undertaken in partnership with Cappagh Browne, are scheduled to begin at 09:00 on Monday 23rd November and are expected to take around 2 weeks to complete.
A temporary road closure will be introduced on Church Road, near its junctions with Grange Road and Chine Avenue, to ensure the safety of the public and workers.
A signed diversion route will be put in place, taking motorists on a lengthy journey via Wroxall, Whiteley Bank, Shanklin, Bonchurch and Ventnor, as shown on the map supplied to residents.
Southern Water says access will be maintained for residents within the working area throughout the project.
A temporary compound will also be established on Church Road to accommodate welfare facilities, equipment and materials needed for the repairs.
Residents have been warned to expect increased vehicle movements and construction-related activity, including generators, lorries and other heavy machinery.
Some noise and disruption will be unavoidable, although Southern Water says efforts will be made to minimise inconvenience wherever possible.
The company says the repairs are necessary to provide greater long-term resilience to the local sewer network and reduce the likelihood of future flooding and blockages.
