Somerset - Temporary Road Closure due to Drainage Works

Somerset Council

Parishes of West and Middle Chinnock and Merriott

Temporary Closure of Scotts Way

Somerset Council in exercise of its powers under Section 14 (1) of the Road Traffic Regulation Act 1984 as amended, propose to make an Order prohibiting all traffic from proceeding along: Scotts Way - from the junction with Furringdons Cross To Scotts Way to the junction with Snails Hill. A total distance of 421 metres.

This Order will enable Kier to carry out drainage works on behalf of Somerset Highways.

The Order becomes effective on 17th June 2026 and will remain in force for 18 months. The works are expected to commence on 22nd June 2026 and last until 10th July 2026 between the hours of 00:00 - 23:59 for a total of 19 days. Please visit https://one.network/?tm=GB150162382 for further information on the alternative route.

For information about the works being carried out please contact Somerset Highways on telephone number 0300 123 2224 quoting reference number ttro67951S.

Duncan Sharkey, Chief Executive

Dated: 3rd June 2026

Statement of Reasons for making the Order

a) because works are being or are proposed to be executed on or near the road; or

b) because of the likelihood of danger to the public, or of serious damage to the road, which is not attributable to such works.