We’re spending £1.5million to replace the clean water pipes on Pontefract Road in Stourton. The current pipes are old and prone to bursting and we’ve requested to complete this project as soon as possible to reduce the risk of future bursts and unplanned disruption.
What we're doing
This is a complex project with pre-scheme investigation showing numerous other pipes and utilities located in this area. We have and will continue to work closely with Leeds City Council in the planning and delivery of this essential project, and collaborative working options are being discussed to help reduce future roadworks in the area.
The work will be completed in stages, the details with plans are below.
Stages of the work
Approximate dates and durations
20th October- 19th December 2025
Work will begin at junction of Skelton Grange Road and move towards the roundabout where Pontefract Road meets the A638.
Temporary traffic lights will be in use throughout this section.
Queen Street/Pontefract Road junction will be closed until the end of November while we work passed here. A fully signed diversion will be in place via Wakefield Road.
No work on site from 22nd December-4th January.
5th January-30th March 2026
Work will restart in the new year back at the junction of Skelton Grange Road working towards the Intermezzo Drive roundabout.
Temporary traffic lights will be used during this section. There will be a restriction on HGVs turning right onto Skelton Grange Road until the work is clear of the junction, with a signed diversion in place.
30th March-19th April & 25th May-19th July
Road closure in one direction only from Nijinsky Way for 500m in a south-easterly direction. One way closure will be from the M1 J44 in the direction of the Stourton.
20th April - 24th May 2026
Full road closure in both directions from Nijinsky Way for 500m in a south-easterly direction.
Fully signed diversions will be in place during the closures. Access for businesses and emergency services will be maintained.
Want to know more?
If you’ve any questions, please contact the Customer Experience team on 0344 848 1099 quoting Capital YW.206075 (lines are open Monday to Friday 8am-5pm).
Will you need to interrupt my water supply as part of the work?
We may need to interrupt your supply for a short time while we complete this work, if we do, you’ll receive a hand delivered card notifying you of the dates and times in advance.
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Businesses
We understand these works are disruptive and we’d like to offer support where we can. If you would like information on claiming for loss of profit as a direct result of our works, please contact us on the number above and we’ll be happy to help.
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