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Unsafe Condition of Recently Resurfaced A39
Reported via desktop in the Dangerous road surface (including ice, mud, spillage or debris) category anonymously at 18:14, Tue 23 September 2025 using FixMyStreet Pro
Sent to Bath and North East Somerset Council 1 minute later. FixMyStreet ref: 8204702.
I am writing to bring to your attention an issue with the recently resurfaced section of the A39. Despite the road being reopened, the surface was not ready for use when we travelled along it on 21/09/25. The tar had not dried properly, resulting in it adhering to all four wheels of our car. This caused our tyres to collect a significant amount of loose stones and grit, which are now stuck to the wheels. This has damaged the tyres and made our car unsafe to use. In addition, tar and debris were splattered across the wheel arches and paintwork, leaving visible damage and residue. I am concerned that this condition may present a risk to other vehicles and road users as well.
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Thank you for your report, it will be reviewed by the appropriate team.
State changed to: In progress
Posted by Systems Team at 18:15, Tue 23 September 2025
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We've looked into this report and are investigating the issue.
We will update this report once we decide what action to take.State changed to: Investigating
Posted by Systems Team at 10:09, Wed 24 September 2025
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