Update on the Temporary Opening of Sections of Galway to Ballinasloe Motorway
We would like to confirm that a section of the N6 bypassing Ballinasloe opened at 5.30p.m. today (Friday, 20th November)
The Ballinasloe bypass can be accessed at the Tulrush Interchange at the East of Ballinasloe and the West Ballinasloe junction.
It is expected that the bypass of Craughwell will be open at about 9.00p.m. this evening. The bypass of Craughwell can be accessed at the Coolagh Roundabout at Galway City and the Carrowkeel Junction North of Loughrea. The Link Road from Carrowkeel to Loughrea will also be open, connecting to the Loughrea Bypass. Intermediate junctions will not be open.
We would like to acknowledge the outstanding efforts of Galway County Council, An Garda Síochana and the M6 Concessionaire that have made this possible, and also the co-operation of Iarnród Éireann in allowing emergency opening of rail bridges.
Motorists are asked to drive slowly and with extreme care.
For further information contact: Hugh Creegan Tel. 01 6658719