Work is set to begin this month on a busy Timperley junction which suffered severe flooding during the New Year's Day storms in 2025.
Trafford Council has confirmed that improvements to the junction of Shaftesbury Avenue and Aimson Road East will get underway shortly, with the scheme expected to be completed by spring 2027.
The project will tackle longstanding drainage problems while introducing new pedestrian crossings, cycle lanes and road resurfacing.
The junction was badly affected by the widespread flooding that hit Altrincham and Timperley on January 1 last year, when water spilled onto nearby residential property.
Subsequent investigations have identified a series of underlying drainage problems, including damaged connections, tree roots, blockages and a build-up of silt.
The forthcoming highways work will provide an opportunity to address those issues and reduce the risk of further flooding.
The improvements will also see the junction's existing pedestrian crossing upgraded, with two additional signal-controlled crossings installed.
The council says the changes will make it safer and easier for pedestrians and cyclists to travel between Timperley village, Timperley Green, nearby bus stops and other local routes.
New cycle lanes will also connect with the wider walking and cycling network across Trafford and Greater Manchester.
The scheme is being funded by Transport for Greater Manchester through its Active Travel Fund Bee Network Crossings and Junctions Programme.
Although the project was originally approved in 2022, work is only now getting underway following consultation with local residents and approval by Trafford Council's Executive.
Construction will take place in phases, with temporary traffic lights in operation during the works.
Some overnight and out-of-hours working is also planned in an effort to minimise disruption, although motorists should expect delays at the junction over the coming months.
Councillor Jill Axford, Trafford Council's Executive Member for Climate Change, said: "This project has been in the planning stages for a while. We're delighted that funding is now available.
"The work will bring huge improvements for all who use this junction. Without it, water would continue to drain slowly, and heavy flooding would remain a risk.
"The project fits in with Council priorities to facilitate healthy and independent lives, protect our residents from the impact of climate change and foster a thriving economy.
"We thank local people for their patience while we work with our partners to make these changes for the better."
