A417 Over Causeway finally reopens

The closure has caused days of disruption

Author: Oliver MorganPublished 9th Apr 2025

Days after a water main burst forced it's closure - causing gridlock on the roads - a key route in Gloucestershire has now reopened.

Severn Trent has finished repairs to the road surface on the A417 Over Causeway - thanking people for their patience.

The Gloucestershire Roads team said on social media yesterday: "Update on the A417 Over Causeway (Outbound) closure:

"Severn Trent Water have advised that the closure should be removed by approximately 5pm this evening 8th April.

"We thank everyone for their patience and cooperation during this emergency."

Read more: Work on A417 Over Causeway progressing 'really well'

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