The B5063 Walton Bends is a key local route on the outskirts of Telford, connecting surrounding communities to the wider road network. Carrying a mix of commuter, commercial and agricultural traffic, the carriageway plays an important role in providing access for local residents and businesses, making the condition and reliability of the road particularly important.
Prior to the works, the existing carriageway was severely deteriorated, with significant potholing and cracking across the surface, further exacerbated by the concrete construction underneath. Deformation and aggregate loss were also prevalent across both lanes, leaving the road in poor condition and in need of a long-term resurfacing solution.
In April 2026, 6,600m² of Milepave Ultra™ was installed over five days, with the works carried out under full road closure. Given the underlying concrete construction and the advanced deterioration of the carriageway, Milepave Ultra™ was selected to provide a flexible, durable and long-lasting solution. Its polymer-modified binder (PMB) enhances the strength and flexibility of the material, creating a robust surface capable of withstanding the continual stresses imposed by daily traffic.
The resulting surface provides improved resistance to deformation and wear, helping to protect the carriageway against the demands of regular commuter, commercial and agricultural traffic. By combining the flexibility of an asphaltic grouted macadam with the enhanced performance of a polymer-modified binder, Milepave Ultra™ offers a durable solution designed to extend the life of the road and help reduce the need for future maintenance.