West Coker - Temporary Road Closure for Wessex Water Repair Works

Somerset Council Parish of West Coker Temporary Closure of Ridge Lane

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: Ridge Lane - from 38 metres southeast from the junction with West Coker Hill, south-eastwards for a total distance of 140 metres. This Order will enable Wessex Water to repair or replace a frame and cover.

The Order becomes effective on 11th November 2026 and will remain in force for 18 months. The works are expected to commence on 17th November 2026 and last until 17th November 2026 between the hours of 09:30 - 14:30 for a total of 5 hours. Please visit https://one.network/?tm=GB151748560 for further information on the alternative route. For information about the works being carried out please contact Wessex Water on telephone number 0345 600 3600 quoting reference number ttro920709S.

Duncan Sharkey, Chief Executive

Dated: 28th October 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.