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BAM has completed the Snugborough Interchange Upgrade located at one of Dublin’s busiest routes along junction 2 of the N3. This complex multi-storey project, co-funded by National Transport is a key strategic infrastructure project that will improve connectivity, ease traffic congestion, reduce travel times and encourage safe active and sustainable methods of traveling in the area.

To mark the completion Snugborough Interchange was officially opened by the Mayor of Fingal, Cllr Brian McDonagh, alongside Minister for Finance, Jack Chambers TD and Minister for Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth, Roderic O’Gorman TD on the 1 November.

John Lucy, Regional Manager Director at BAM said:

‘’We are committed to building sustainable infrastructure that meets society’s needs. The Snugborough interchange upgrade project is vital for local development, easing traffic, reducing travel times, and ensuring safe connectivity for all. BAM is proud to have delivered this complex project for Fingal County Council. This project’s success is due to the collaboration between BAM, Clifton Scannell Emerson, Fingal County Council and our supply chain partners, congratulations to all involved. We would also like to thank the public for their patience and understanding during the works.

 

 

The project features a new second bridge over the N3 and cycleways on the bridge above the N3 and the River Tolka, which improves accessibility to Blanchardstown Shopping Centre. A new active travel underpass network below the Snugborough Road also provides much-improved connection between Old Corduff Road, Tolka Valley, Waterville Park and Blanchardstown Village. Through close collaboration with Clifton Scannell Emerson, Fingal County Council and other supply chain partners the project will bring significant transport improvements in the Dublin 15 area.

As part of the improvement works, the new underpass features a mural designed by the artist James Earley. Titled “The Butterfly Effect”, the impressive artwork celebrates the rich diversity of wildlife, flora and fauna around Snugborough. Using the anatomy of the orange tip butterfly as a focal point, the work encourages us to promote personal and ecological health in a mindful and active manner.

Mayor of Fingal, Cllr Brian McDonagh said: ‘’This upgrade shows our commitment to improving active travel, accessibility and connectivity. It will help improve network congestion issues and provides significant improvements for pedestrians, cyclists and motorists in Blanchardstown and surrounding areas. The active travel network element of the project aligns with the National Transport Authority’s Greater Dublin Area Cycle Network Plan’’.

Minister for Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth, Roderic O’Gorman said ‘’I am delighted to see the official opening of the Snugborough Interchange, which I have no doubt will be of huge benefit to people in Dublin 15 and beyond. As a resident of Blanchardstown village, I’m already seeing those benefits in terms of reduced congestion. With new bus lanes, cycle lanes, and pedestrian crossings alongside an improved road layout, the new interchange will help everyone get around more easily. The Government has prioritised investment in transport infrastructure, and it is wonderful to see that deliver here in Dublin 15.’’