I'm normally pretty good at reading drawings but I can't really see what this one is saying.
Are they going to widen the path on the current "tunnel of trees" at section 5, then? Doing that and beating down the tree roots will be a massive help.
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A90 cycleway upgrade, Burnshot
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Posted 10 years ago #
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The background information gives details. 3 metre to 3.25 metre wide path, new retaining wall built on the embankment, trees gone, barrier on the high bit to stop you falling down the slope and onto the road.
Should be pretty good once they get the whole length of the path widened and resurfaced. This project will at least get rid of the worst tree root slope section, at long last.
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Good stuff, then!
Cheers, crowriver :)
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Looks like they'll be removing most of the trees?
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I'd say so. I've very much against removing trees most of the time but it's really the only practical option in this case. The roots would almost certainly push up any resurfaced areas in time and we'd be back to square one. Hopefully the same number (or more) of trees will be planted elsewhere to compensate.
Frankly, I think this was a far more important section to fix than the previous one as it is not only inconvenient narrow and bumpy but not good for narrow wheel rims. I'll be happy to see this section fixed and it looks like it will be a genuine improvement rather than the plus/minus qualities of the previous "upgraded" section.
That one has only served to make me more conscious of how vulnerable a cyclist is on the section at road level*, and a bit of Armco doesn't really offer protection, seeing as it's designed to deform as a vehicle impacts with it - right into the path of any cyclist who happens to be there at the time of an accident.
*Good, you might say, but being alert to the possibilities is one thing, being a little nervous and wanting past that section faster isn't!
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Tree removal from this section *should* also facilitate path maintenance during winter conditions, although that's still unlikely to happen, as its a bit out of town and wouldn't be considered as core.
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useful PDF summary, thanks.
re: 14 Why are we limiting speed to 40????
Because cyclists and walkers are forced to cross the road on a blind summit.
Moot point though, as motorists are typically going 55-60mph here, and they won't refrain from that without cameras / enforcement.
Notably I have witnessed police cars routinely breaching speed limit here also.
My shaking head and paddington bear stare have thus far proven to be an ineffectual detterent.
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Apparently, the section between the Burnshot junction and recently upgraded section is to be improved.
Design and plans currently being finalised - to go to tender in approx 2 weeks time. Construction is expected to start in April 2014.
Diversions via Dalmeny Estate again subject to confirmation from landowner.
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Aye this is somewhere up the thread. I recall reading about it. I wonder if the whole length (when all the other sections are comeplete) will get armco barrier?
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Dear Sir/Madam,A90 CYCLEWAY UPGRADE, BURNSHOT
The City of Edinburgh Council is currently progressing a scheme to enhance cycling and walking provision between Edinburgh and the Forth Road Bridge. This scheme supports walking and cycling policies detailed in the Council’s current Local Transport Strategy and Active Travel Action Plan.
The current phase of this project involves upgrading the path between the section completed last year (Burnshot Wood) and the Burnshot junction. It is currently anticipated that construction for this phase will commence on 1st April 2014, although further details will be provided closer to the time.
In preparation for the cycleway upgrade, it is necessary to carry out vegetation clearance works adjacent to the A90 carriageway. To facilitate these works, the following is required:
Closure of A90 Southbound Off-Slip Road at Burnshot
Saturday 22nd & Sunday 23rd February 2014
Closure of A90 Foot/Cycleway (between B924 Chapel Gate and Burnshot Junction)
Saturday 22nd to Friday 28th February 2014
During the slip road closure on the 22nd and 23rd February 2014, a temporary diversion route for southbound vehicles will be signed from South Queensferry, on both the A90 and the B924.
The A90 will remain open to vehicles at all times, however an off-peak lane closure will be in operation to ensure a safe working area for the contractors.
A temporary diversion route for pedestrians and cyclists will also be available through Dalmeny Estate for the duration of the works. This can be accessed from the main entrance to Dalmeny House at Chapel Gate on the B924 to the north, and the Burnshot flyover to the south. Whilst the path closure is in effect, the diversion will be clearly signed along its full length.
Further similar traffic management measures will be required for the main cycleway upgrade works from April 2014, and further information will be provided in due course.
If you have any queries or would like a plan of the diversion route, please contact Mr Callum Smith, Senior Professional Officer (Projects Development) on 0131 469 3592 or c.smith@edinburgh.gov.uk.
The Council would like to apologise for any inconvenience which may arise during the works, and we will seek to minimise any disruption where possible.
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That's far too early in the season for a week long diversion, in my opinion.
Do they grit the Dalmeny Estate?
Back to the Kirkliston rat run for me.
Posted 10 years ago # -
Bump.....
This diversion is in effect now.
That was a nice wee surprise in the p-ing rain this morning, having to carry and extra pound of water up that hill in my shorts and shoes.
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You wear shorts!?!? You're a better man than I Trouserfactory!
It was indeed a pleasant surprise to free wheel down the hill to the Big Hoose. I'd forgotten what a pain it was to climb '{I}that[/i] hill!
Dave C
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It was a surprise to me this morning too. I had to go round the muddy way as my front mech is seized at the moment.
Posted 10 years ago # -
Still? What are you doing man!! Time to get that sorted before you end up forking out for a new one! Whats wrong with it? Cables or mech?
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It was just the indexing that was out before, fixed that in January. It's been seized for, hmm, don't actually know?
I tried to use it last Saturday, so I know it has been seized since at least then, and I last used the front mech probably in the second week in January. I was going to sort it at the weekend, but other, more interesting, not fixing bike things seemed more appealing. :)
I'll fix it at the weekend, might even fit that chain and cassette that I've been putting off for the last month too....
There is *always* something not working on my bike, even when I take it for a bike mechanic service something's broken again in a month.
For now , I'll continue to go the muddy way. :)
Posted 10 years ago # -
'tuts', shakes head... goes back to working.....
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