Wareham - Multiple Traffic Notices, Temporary Westbound Road Closure due to Gas Main Replacement

Dorset Council

Proposed Temporary Westbound Closure of B3070 Worgret Road, Wareham

DORSET COUNCIL has made an Order under Section 14 [1] of the Road Traffic Regulations Act 1984, as amended. All vehicles will be prohibited from proceeding along B3070 Worgret Road, Wareham between Encombe Road to Worgret Roundabout (Westbound Only, a distance of approximately 640 metres. The order is needed in order to comply with health and safety regulations, which require the provision of safe working areas and to minimise the likelihood of danger to highway users. It will come into operation on 23 July 2026 and will remain in force for 18 months, however it is anticipated that the works will be completed by 31 August 2026.

This Order will provide a safe working area to enable SGN to replace a gas main.

An alternative vehicular route will be signed using B3070 West Street, B3075 North Street, Saxon Roundabout, A351 Wareham Bypass.

If you would like further information about the work being undertaken and access arrangements, please call SGN on 0800 912 1700. For further information concerning this Order, please call Dorset Highways Traffic Team on 01305 221020. Find this information online: https://www.dorsetcouncil.gov.uk/travel/travel-dorset/roadworks-road-closures

Dated: 9 July 2026.

JAN BRITTON, Executive Director for Economy & Environment - Dorset Council, County Hall, Dorchester DT1 1XJ. Any person who uses or permits the use of a vehicle in contravention of the Notice will be liable on summary conviction to a fine not exceeding £1000.