Motorists warned of temporary closure of King Cetshwayo Bridge on the M13 over the N2
Motorists are urged to plan their trips ahead of the temporary closure of the M13 due to the pouring of concrete for the new King Cetshwayo Bridge.
THE South African National Roads Agency SOC Limited (SANRAL) has advised motorists to plan their routes ahead of time due to temporary lane closures on the M13 on Saturday, August 3.
This is a result of the pouring of concrete for the new King Cetshwayo Bridge on the M13 over the N2.
Southbound and northbound lanes will be closed from 07:00 to 20:00.
“These lane closures are to enable the entry and exit of concrete trucks in and from the construction area behind the concrete barriers – for the pouring of concrete – for the new King Cetshwayo Bridge deck on the M13, over the N2 near Westwood Mall. This forms part of SANRAL’s major upgrade of the N2 northbound and southbound and the EB Cloete Interchange. A minimum of two lanes per direction will remain open at all times,” said Jason Lowe, SANRAL’s Eastern Region project manager.
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He said that full traffic accommodation plans are in place for the safety of both road users and the construction team. Signage, barriers and traffic calming measures have already been installed.
“Trucks and other heavy vehicles are advised to try and delay trips over this period and/or find suitable staging areas over this timeframe to avoid major congestion.
“Public transport operators are asked to ensure their drivers are aware of route closures and alternatives affecting their commuter routes. Light vehicle traffic, as well as emergency services and traffic management, are advised to make use of alternative routes,” said Lowe.
A detailed alternative routing guide can be found on this link: www.nra.co.za
He highlighted that the N2 and N3 will remain open, but traffic congestion causing delays may be experienced due to the lane closures.
“All road users are advised to plan their routes ahead of time and where possible leave for destinations earlier than usual.”
SANRAL appeals to road users to take note of and comply with the advanced warning signs and speed restrictions when travelling past the construction-work zones.
“To prioritise the safety of both the construction workers and road users, the speed limit along the route will be reduced during construction,” added Lowe.
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