Project Summary
Coffey delivered the Young Street / Huntly Street Junction Improvements in Inverness, Scotland. The project enhanced a key 4-way junction in the city centre, improving traffic flow, pedestrian safety and overall accessibility.
Project Description
The works involved the removal of existing traffic islands, footways, tactile paving, traffic signals, street lighting and a CCTV column. Protection of utilities, including a gas main, was undertaken along with replacement of manhole covers and frames. The carriageway and footways were planed and reinstated with macadam surfacing, complemented by the installation of 125m² of Caithness granite slabs, tactile paving and granite kerbs. Works also included new road markings, ducting, chambers, public lighting and traffic signal infrastructure. The project further addressed bridge maintenance with the removal and replacement of a 26m BEJ5 expansion joint, cleaning of the abutment gallery and inspection of bearings.
Scope of Works
The works included:
- Removal of existing traffic islands, signals, lighting and paving.
- Protection of utilities and replacement of manhole covers.
- Carriageway and footway resurfacing and reinstatement.
- Installation of Caithness granite slabs, kerbs and tactile paving.
- Road markings, pedestrian crossings and studs.
- Installation of ducting, chambers, poles and new lighting and signal equipment.
- Bridge maintenance including new 26m expansion joint and inspection of bearings.
Technical Highlights
- 125m² of Caithness granite paving installed for durability and urban enhancement.
- Bridge structure maintained with full expansion joint replacement and bearing inspection.
- Works undertaken in a constrained city-centre environment with live traffic management.
Added Value
- Improved junction capacity and pedestrian safety.
- Enhanced aesthetics through use of Caithness granite and high-quality finishes.
- Upgraded utilities and traffic infrastructure for long-term performance.
- Reduced future maintenance needs through renewal of key bridge elements.
Environmental, Safety or Community Measures
- Traffic management ensured safety of road users and pedestrians during works.
- Re-use of existing infrastructure where possible.
- Soft landscaping including seeding and tree replacement to restore the local environment.
- Upgraded lighting to improve safety and reduce energy consumption.
To learn more about Coffey’s work in active travel and urban infrastructure, or to discuss future opportunities, please contact us at 091 844356 or info@coffeygroup.com.
