Work Commences on TF-1 to Complete Third Lane

Each night, as traffic dwindles and the motorway empties of daytime vehicles, the machinery takes over. The TF-1, one of Tenerife’s main arteries, has entered a crucial phase of works aimed at completing the third lane between San Isidro and Las Américas. These extensive works require final adjustments that directly impact drivers. Thus, the General Directorate of Road Infrastructure has opted to concentrate traffic disruptions during the night, minimising the impact on the thousands of users who travel this route daily.

Current Work Schedule

From Sunday 14th September until 21st, night-time works are being carried out between the Oroteanda and Las Chafiras junctions. The aim is to restore the main trunk of the TF-1 to its final layout, which involves a series of technical operations including milling and asphalting, moving concrete barriers, installing safety rails, executing junctions, and upgrading vertical and horizontal signage. This section of the motorway handles a traffic volume of approximately 90,000 vehicles daily, alongside additional traffic from the TF-65, TF-652, and TF-655 roads, compounded by the intense activity in the Las Chafiras industrial estate. Thus, restrictions are enforced solely at night, aiming to balance progress on the works with mobility.

Signage and Safety Measures

Authorities emphasise the importance of drivers exercising caution and adhering to both signage and instructions from site personnel. The night-time execution of these interventions necessitates the presence of heavy machinery, mobile barriers, and diversions that require utmost attention from those travelling in the affected areas. Beyond enhancing safety during the works, these measures seek to ensure the project’s timely completion without incidents, while simultaneously minimising disruptions for motorway users.

Upcoming Works in September

The TF-1 works extend beyond this stretch. Between 5th and 21st September, tasks such as the installation of large-format signage, gantries, panels, and flags have been underway, alongside the placement of parapets and safety barriers. These activities, which require cranes and heavy machinery, have involved partial lane closures along the route. The plan also includes the finalisation of the surfacing layer across the entire stretch, marking one of the concluding phases of the project. Subsequently, the final painting of lanes and horizontal signage will take place, scheduled between 21st September and 25th October.