Expect traffic delays on Lime Hall main road amid SPARK work

Drivers using the Lime Hall main road in St. Ann, Jamaica, are advised to anticipate significant traffic delays over the next three days. Contractors are conducting essential road excavation and installing new water lines as part of the Shared Prosperity Through Accelerated Improvement to Our Road Network (SPARK) Project.

The work, which began Sunday, May 24, and will continue until Tuesday, May 26, 2026, involves heavy equipment operations between the Lime Hall Baptist Church and Lime Hall Square. The National Works Agency (NWA) is overseeing the project, with Stephen Shaw, Manager of Communication and Customer Services at the NWA, providing details on the scope of work.

This infrastructure upgrade represents a substantial investment, with approximately $130 million allocated to enhance both the road and water systems in the area. The project aims to improve connectivity and utility services for the local community.

Alternative routes have been provided for motorists. Those traveling from Higgins Town, Golden Grove, and upper Lime Hall towards St. Ann’s Bay can use Top Road or Gully Street to connect to lower Lime Hall Road. Conversely, drivers heading from St. Ann’s Bay towards Lime Hall and surrounding areas will face restrictions beyond the Lime Hall Baptist Church. They are advised to use Top Road or Gully Street to reach their destinations. Authorities urge drivers to adhere to posted warning signs and follow instructions from flag persons to ensure safety during the construction period.

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As part of the road improvement works, new water lines are being placed beneath the road.