Changed traffic conditions on the Barton Highway ahead of new lanes opening
Changed traffic conditions will be in place on the Barton Highway from next week from south of Church Lane to Kaveneys Road intersection with northbound traffic being switched onto the new lanes.
A Transport for NSW spokesperson said the new lanes on the Barton Highway will see traffic for the first-time next week with final asphalting and line marking currently being carried out.
"Recent weather conditions experienced on the Barton Highway have not been ideal for laying asphalt and caused some minor delays,” the spokesperson said.
“High wind speeds and cool pavement temperatures are not optimal conditions for Stone Mastic Asphalt placement.
“The weather has improved this week allowing crews to continue asphalting work and start line marking. We expect the new lanes will be open to traffic next Tuesday 7 November, weather permitting.
“We thank the community for their ongoing patience and understanding while work continues to deliver this project.”
Following the traffic switch, temporary traffic arrangements will be in place for about two months while work is carried out to prepare the existing highway and medians for dual carriageway.
Access to Nanima and Spring Range roads for northbound traffic will change to a temporary left-in and left-out arrangement while all property accesses will change to left-in left out-only. A limited number of u-turn facilities will be available for road users until duplication work is completed.
Work will be carried out on the existing highway and medians between 7am and 6pm weekdays and 8am and 1pm Saturdays, from Tuesday 7 November. Work is expected to be completed by late 2023 or early 2024, weather permitting.
Traffic control, partial lane closures and reduced speed limits of 40, 60, and 80 km/h will be in place for the safety of workers and road users.
Road users are advised to allow five minutes extra travel time for their journeys.
For the latest traffic updates call 132 701, visit www.livetraffic.com or download the Live Traffic NSW app.