Edinburgh roads: All you need to know as six-month roadworks begin on Gorgie Road
Several bus services have been diverted.
A busy Edinburgh road has closed as teams work to upgrade sewage overflow infrastructure.
Traffic management was set up near Saughton Park at around 6.30pm on Sunday ahead of works commencing on Monday.
During the six-month project, which is being delivered by Scottish Water, access to private driveways within the site will be maintained via a one-way temporary running lane.
Why is Gorgie Road closed?
The existing storm overflow on Gorgie Road that discharges into the Water of Leith was identified as a ‘high priority’ by Scottish Water who said the ‘high-level spill pipe’ has ‘resulted in numerous complaints from members of the public regarding sewer related debris.’
Scottish Water said: “We are constructing a new spill chamber around the existing Victorian storm overflow located under Gorgie Road at Saughton Park.
“A powered screen will prevent any sewer related debris larger than just 6mm from entering the environment during heavy rain when the overflow spills to prevent homes and businesses from flooding.”
When is the work expected to be completed?
Works are expected to be completed by July.
What public transport will be impacted?
The road closure will also mean some Lothian Buses services will be diverted.
Affected routes include services: 3, 25, 30, 33 N25, X27, X28, N28 and N30.
For more information you can visit the Lothian Buses website.
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How will business owners on Gorgie Road be affected?
The bustling street is home to dozens of businesses and is busy on match days with football supporters making their way to the nearby Tynecastle Park.
Akshay Reddy, a manager at Pepe's fast food restaurant, said: “It will be really damaging.
“It will affect our deliveries, how many customers we get walking in, and parking for our customers who come to the store from far away.”
Scottish Water added: “We appreciate that construction works of this nature can cause some disruption to the community going about their everyday lives.
“We would really appreciate your patience and ask for your understanding while our delivery team carry out these vital works as quickly and safely as possible.”
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