Road closures and diversions

Road status due to weather conditions

In extreme weather, local road closures will be listed here.

Temporary road closures

If works on the highway, or some large deliveries or events, require a road to be closed, the Highway Authority must issue a traffic regulation order. These events are likely to be more disruptive to traffic and as such higher levels of coordination and communication are required.

Herefordshire Council is the Highway Authority for the majority of the county's roads. This is except for the trunk roads and motorways (A49T, A40T (Ross-on-Wye to Monmouth) and the M50), which are managed by the Highways Agency.

How do I apply for a temporary road closure?

To apply for a temporary road closure, please complete the form in the resources box to the right.

How much notice is required?

Amey Herefordshire on behalf of Herefordshire Council requires three months advance notice under the Traffic Management Act 2004 (TMA) in order to prepare road closures and to allow for the necessary legal and consultative process.

How much does a temporary road closure cost?

There is an administration charge of £1000 for each road closure. All costs for both the closure and any diversion signing must be met by the person requesting the closure.