N87 road set for temporary closure in October
Cavan County Council will close a section of the N87 for essential resurfacing works. The closure, affecting the stretch between Lisnamaine and Gartaquill, is scheduled from late October to mid-November with alternative routes via Northern Ireland provided.
Cavan County Council has announced a temporary closure of the N87 road to facilitate vital pavement repairs and resurfacing. This closure will be in effect from Tuesday, 27th October to Friday, 13th November 2026, operating daily between 8am and 6pm.
The affected section lies between the townlands of Lisnamaine (or Sycamore Fields) and Gartaquill. During this period, local access will be maintained where possible, but through traffic will be diverted to alternative routes via Northern Ireland. Westbound traffic from the N3 Belturbet Roundabout heading towards Ballyconnell will be rerouted via the N3 Derrylin and the B127 Ballyconnell Road. Eastbound vehicles from Ballyconnell main street will follow the R-205 (B127) to Derrylin and then onto the N3 Belturbet Roundabout.
Clear signage will be in place throughout the duration of the works to guide drivers. Residents and road users with queries are encouraged to contact the Road Design Office at 049 437 8466 for further information. Paddy Connaughton, Director of Services at Cavan County Council, issued the notice on 10th October 2026.