South Australia’s Porter Street, Liverpool Street and Railway Place intersection upgrade is expected to improve heavy vehicle movements while boosting safety for all road users.
The $4.5 million upgrade will include the installation of traffic signals at the intersection and pedestrian actuated crossings on all approaches, as well as new line marking and signage throughout the project area.
Funded by the Australian and SA Governments as part of the Heavy Vehicle Safety and Productivity Program, the upgrade was proposed to the Port Lincoln community through information sessions and online surveys earlier this year.
During this engagement, a total of 77 online survey responses were received with 70 per cent of them supporting the design.
According to the State Government, heavy vehicle movements and light sequencing were key focuses for the community, and the project scope has been further developed in response to this feedback.
The upgrade’s final design will be shared with the local community over the coming months, with construction expected to commence by mid-2025.
The planned works follow the recent completion of four other intersection upgrades in Port Lincoln, including:
Flinders Highway/Light Street and Lincoln Highway/Hallett Place
New West Road/Lewis Street and Hallett Place
Hallett Place/Liverpool Street and Adelaide Place
Liverpool Street and Mortlock Terrace/Bligh Street.
These works form part of a $51.3 million commitment, funded by the Australian and South Australian Governments to deliver Eyre Peninsula road upgrades.
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