A406 Colney Hatch Interchange

Layout and signage

Muswell Hill
Friern Barnet
Retail Park
B550
  B550     B550   Muswell Hill
Friern Barnet
Retail Park
B550

Lane configuration

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  • Lane 1 continues, with option to exit.
  • Lane 2 splits to create a new lane.

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  • Lane 1 continues, with option to exit.
  • Lane 2 continues ahead.
  • Lane 3 terminates.

Other events

  • Signs 50mph speed limit begins
  • Signs 40mph speed limit begins

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