Hampden Bridge update
1 Dec 10
Discussions are continuing with the RTA to ensure inconvenience is minimised when restoration work begins on Hampden Bridge.
The current planning is for the significant work to be undertaken between May and September 2011, in two x seven week blocks, working between 7 am and midnight on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursdays.
The bridge will not be accessible for vehicles between 5 pm and midnight on these days (although pedestrian access will still be possible).
By doing the work mid week in mid winter, the impact on traffic can be kept to a minimum, affecting 7% of weekly traffic.
However, it is recognised that there will be problems for people who regularly travel over the bridge between 5 pm and midnight on these nights.
The Road Action Group has asked the RTA to consider moving the 5 pm start to 6 pm and this is being considered in the context of whether the tasks can be finished in a shorter shift.
It is now very important that we identify who is affected, and at what time, so some contingency plans can be developed.
The RTA will provide shuttle services but the times and destinations for these can only be planned when the needs are clear.
Obviously it will be helpful if you are able to make alternate arrangements where possible (e.g. start early/ finish early) but some people will inevitably be affected.
The RTA will hold a public drop in session early in 2011 which will provide an opportunity for anyone with travel issues to raise them.
From this information, plans for shuttle services will be developed, so please make sure that you come and raise your particular problems.
You can also email Julian_WATSON@rta.nsw.gov.au and
Wendy Caird (RAG) at kvcollections@bigpond.com
Wendy Caird
Chair Road Action Group