Upgraded section of road at Dundreggan on A887: EIR release

  1. When were the works carried out?
  2. Who carried out the works?
  3. To what specification was the contractor requested to finish the road in terms of the surface friction level?
  4. Was this tested on completion?
  5. If so, how was the test carried out and what were the assessed readings?
  6. Were there any defects/concerns noted on handover with any aspect of the works undertaken including compliance with the necessary specifications and regulations on this stretch of road?
  7. Were there any defects/concerns noted on handover with any aspect of the works undertaken including compliance with the necessary specifications and regulations on this stretch of road specifically in relation to the camber and water shedding?
  8. Are records kept of specific reported road traffic accidents on this stretch of road?
  9. If so, how many reported road traffic accidents have occurred on this stretch of road this winter (2017) compared to 2016 and 2015?
  10. How and by whom are these accidents reported to you?
  11. Finally, please provide details on whether this stretch of road was gritted on 30 Dec 2017. If it was, at what time/s was this carried out?

Full response and associated documentation available at:

SG FoI website
Published Date 31 Jan 2018 Subject Mode of transport