End in sight as Lynnwood roadworks completion promised by March 2025
Motorists are worried about the delays as the rainy season is fast approaching which will cause a muddy mess on that stretch.
The construction delays on Lynnwood Road between Simon Vermooten Road and January Masilela Drive in Pretoria east have caused temporary discomfort for motorists, yet the metro is confident the project will meet its deadline.
Motorists in the east of Pretoria have been worried about the roadworks’ apparent delays and the fast-approaching rainy season which will cause a muddy mess on that stretch.
The project located on Line 2C commenced in May 2023 and is expected to be completed by March 2025.
Metro spokesperson Lindela Mashigo said the roadworks have not stopped.
“This project is just facing occasional contractual delays, such as those caused by the rain season, which are anticipated and factored into the indicated construction period.”
Mashigo said the project is set to be completed by the set timeframe.
The over R124-million project is set to give motorists and commuters a new safer driving experience, free of traffic congestion.
He said the project will among other things provide an improved dual carriageway with reduced traffic congestion and accidents.
“The upgrades will see Lynnwood Road hosting more lanes and adjusted traffic lights to match the expected capacity of traffic at intersections.”
This multimillion-rand project also aims to improve intersections as well as non-motorised transport infrastructure in the east to ease traffic congestion.
Mashigo said the need to turn Lynnwood Road into a dual-carriageway was identified several years ago.
He added the upgrades were much-needed, as the main roads had to provide movement to the increased motor capacity in the Pretoria east as the area grows and develops as well.
Mashigo said the roadworks include the upgrade of 3km of roadworks with two additional lanes on each carriageway.
He added that this project also offers an upgrade of walkways on either carriageway for non-motorised transport (NMT).
Mashigo said a traffic diversion or detour routes have been implemented at the beginning of the construction to manage traffic.
“Temporary use of traffic cones, barriers, and signage to guide road users as well as reduce speed limits signage have been put as traffic control measures.”
He said to stabilise the site during the roadworks that temporary drainage systems have been installed to reduce water accumulation.
Mashigo said there’s a plan in place to manage the muddy mess that might occur.
“The construction teams have promised to regularly clean and maintain the construction site to prevent mud accumulation. The use of mud mats or temporary paving to provide a stable surface.”
He said there will be installation of mud-cleaning systems or wheel washes for construction vehicles.
Mashigo added that there are designated specific access and egress points for construction vehicles.
He said the metro is committed to communicating with the public to give updates on the roadwork.
“We communicate with road users through signage, social media, or other channels.”
He said the metro co-ordinates with local authorities, emergency services, and other stakeholders and provides regular updates on construction progress and expected completion dates.
The project was vital for the alleviation of traffic congestion, improving road safety and enhancing overall mobility throughout the city, Mashigo concluded.
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