TRAFFIC ALERT
26 NOVEMBER 2009
MORPETH BRIDGE UPGRADE
Morpeth Bridge will be closed to traffic and pedestrians for up to five days as part of
the upgrade of the approach spans to the bridge.
An RTA spokesperson
said the bridge was closed at
9.30
this morning and would
remain closed until 3pm on Monday, 30 November 2009. Detours around the bridge
are in place.
“One detour is available via Maitland using the Belmore Bridge over the Hunter River
at Maitland, and then Dunmore Bridge over the Paterson River at Woodville,” the
spokesperson said.
“The other detour is via Raymond Terrace using Irrawang Bridge over the Hunter
River at Nelsons Plains.
“The RTA will be replacing four approach spans on the northern side of the river with
concrete and timber decks. Work will also include placing asphalt on the
top layer of
the retaining wall section of the roadway approaches.
“Work on the Morpeth township side includes
the installation of new
foundation
supports for the roadway approaches, as well as drainage and road improvements”
the spokesperson said.
“The composite decks are the same as the four adjacent spans replaced in July this
year. This will leave two approach spans for replacement during the final bridge
closure, scheduled for mid-2010.
“The upgrade of Morpeth Bridge approach spans is scheduled to be completed by
June 2010, weather permitting,” the spokesperson said.
The RTA appreciates the co-operation of residents and motorists while this important
work is carried out.
CONTACT:
RTA Media Unit 8588 5999
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