West Midlands Road Work Brings Safety Upgrades
College Road closes at Witton Lodge Road on Jan 28, 2026 for road lining work
College Road Closes for Lining Work Jan 28
College Road in Perry Common will close at Witton Lodge Road starting January 28, 2026, for road lining work, transit officials said. The closure will affect local traffic and bus routes in the West Midlands area, though officials didn't specify which bus lines will be impacted or how long the work will take. Residents and commuters should expect delays and plan alternative routes.
Essential Maintenance Work Prompts Closure
The closure will allow crews to complete road lining work designed to improve markings and safety at the junction, according to National Express West Midlands. Transit agencies typically schedule such maintenance during periods expected to minimize disruption, though specific details about the project's scope weren't available. Officials said the work is necessary to maintain road infrastructure and ensure clear markings for drivers and pedestrians. Road lining projects generally involve repainting lane markings, crosswalks, and other traffic guidance systems.
Bus Services Face Delays and Diversions
Local bus services operating in the Perry Common area will experience delays or route diversions during the closure period, transit officials said. Specific route numbers affected and the extent of service changes weren't provided by the agency. Officials said passengers should check for updates before traveling, but they didn't indicate how far in advance of the closure detailed diversion information would be released. The closure's impact on service frequency and travel times for affected routes wasn't immediately available.
Work Begins Late January 2026
The road closure takes effect January 28, 2026, though officials haven't announced a completion date or estimated duration for the lining work. Transit agencies typically provide advance notice of major closures, and this project was announced several weeks before the start date. Whether the work will be completed in days or weeks wasn't specified by officials.
Riders Should Plan Alternative Routes
Commuters who regularly travel through the College Road and Witton Lodge Road junction should identify alternative routes before the closure begins. Officials said passengers should check for service updates, though specific details about affected bus lines remain unclear. Moovit provides real-time updates for National Express West Midlands routes, helping riders navigate service changes and find alternative connections during the closure period.
