The Mottram Moor Link Road, commonly referred to as the A57 Mottram Bypass, is a major highway infrastructure project designed to relieve longstanding congestion through Mottram-in-Longdendale and improve connectivity between Greater Manchester and South Yorkshire.

Working alongside Balfour Beatty and D. Morgan plc, W&B Civil Engineering delivered critical drainage infrastructure as part of the early stages of the project.

Our scope included the installation of pre-earthworks drainage consisting of 14 piped culverts and associated reinforced concrete headwalls, designed to manage surface water across the scheme and prepare the corridor ahead of the main earthworks and carriageway construction.

Operating within a complex infrastructure environment, the works required careful programming, coordination with multiple site activities and the use of specialist plant and experienced drainage teams. The successful delivery of these installations formed an essential part of the enabling works for the wider highway scheme.

Through practical site management, experienced operatives and a strong understanding of large infrastructure programmes, W&B successfully delivered this critical drainage package supporting the progression of the Mottram Moor Link Road development.

The Kex Gill Realignment is a major highway infrastructure scheme designed to replace the existing section of the A59 road which has historically been prone to landslips. The project involves the construction of a new stretch of highway across more stable ground, improving long-term resilience and ensuring a reliable route between Harrogate and Skipton.

Working alongside John Sisk & Son, W&B Civil Engineering delivered a significant drainage package across sections of the scheme. The works involved the installation of large-scale highway drainage infrastructure designed to manage surface water and protect the new carriageway from future ground movement and erosion.

Our scope included deep drainage excavations, installation of large diameter pipework, construction of chambers and outfalls, and associated drainage works required ahead of the main earthworks and carriageway construction. Operating within challenging ground conditions and a sensitive upland environment required careful planning, coordination and strict adherence to environmental controls.

Through experienced site teams, specialist plant and effective programme management, W&B successfully delivered complex drainage works that form a key part of the long-term resilience of this critical transport route.

Carlisle Southern Link Road

The Carlisle Southern Link Road is a major infrastructure project designed to improve connectivity across the south of the city while relieving congestion on existing routes and supporting future economic development in the region.

Working alongside Galliford Try, W&B Civil Engineering delivered a substantial drainage package as part of the wider highway construction programme. The works involved the installation of large-scale surface water drainage systems and associated infrastructure across multiple sections of the route.

Our scope included the excavation and installation of deep drainage networks, construction of manholes and chambers, and the installation of pipework designed to manage significant volumes of surface water across the scheme. These works were critical in preparing the corridor ahead of the main earthworks and carriageway construction.

The project represented one of the largest schemes undertaken by W&B to date, requiring careful planning, coordination with the principal contractor and strict adherence to programme and safety requirements.

Through experienced site teams, specialist plant and efficient programme delivery, W&B successfully delivered complex drainage works that form a key part of this important new transport link for the Carlisle area.

W&B are undertaking all associated ducting, culverts, drainage & kerbing for the construction of a brand new link road which will create a new access route at junction 19 of the M62 directly to the South Heywood.

The scheme involves the construction of a new 3.5km two-way single carriageway designed to relieve traffic congestion through Poynton town centre while significantly improving connectivity between Macclesfield, Stockport, Manchester Airport and the wider Greater Manchester and Cheshire road network.

Working as part of the wider delivery team, W&B Civil Engineering is responsible for the installation of all drainage and pre-earthworks drainage across the scheme. These works are critical in preparing the site for the main earthworks and highway construction, ensuring effective water management and long-term performance of the new infrastructure.

Our scope includes the installation of surface water drainage systems and associated infrastructure ahead of the earthworks phase, supporting the overall programme and enabling the safe and efficient progression of the project.

As part of the A51 Tarvin carriageway improvement scheme, W&B Civil Engineering was responsible for the installation of a new drainage system designed to support the upgraded highway infrastructure.

The works involved the construction and installation of new drainage networks to effectively manage surface water and improve the long-term performance of the carriageway. Delivered in coordination with the wider highway improvement programme, the drainage installation formed a critical early stage of the works, ensuring the road structure is protected from water ingress and capable of handling increased traffic demand.

Through careful planning and efficient delivery, W&B’s experienced teams completed the drainage works to support the successful progression of the overall carriageway improvement scheme.

This is an ongoing project where we are delivering on a 5.7-kilometre drainage scheme, including kerbing, on a bypass that will join the A534 Sandbach Road to A536 Macclesfield Road.

Installing telecommunication ducting 

Upgrading and installation of new drainage, to include kerbs, along a 10-mile route between junction 10 and junction 12 on the M62 smart motorway. Due to traffic management restrictions night working was required to bring the project to completion.

Combining new road construction with the existing infrastructure; we delivered a scheme of over 55,000 metres of drainage along a 10-kilometre stretch from the A6 at Stockport into the landing lights of Manchester Airport. We were also appointed to upgrade the drainage system on the existing A34.

We delivered drainage as part of a scheme developed by Transport for Greater Manchester. Their objective was to create a new 250 space car park and ride site on the East Lancashire Road (A580) to encourage commuters to catch future busway services. W&B carried out all of the main carriageway drainage works including all kerbing & flagging.