The South African National Roads Agency (SOC) Limited (Sanral) announced on Sunday that the N3 will be fully closed on August 15 and 19 between the hours of 2.30pm and 3pm and not on August 5 and 7 as previously reported.
Sanral said that this is to facilitate blasting next to the N3 Market Road Overpass Bridge
Jason Lowe, Sanral’s Eastern Region project manager, said that this work forms part of the N3 Section 3 upgrade project from Gladys Manzi Road to New England Road Interchange.
“The rolling closure from both sides of the N3 north and southbound will take place between the Ashburton and New England Road Interchanges. Closures will also be necessary on Market Road at Van Eck Place and Alan Paton Ave at Blackburrow Road in the vicinity of the blasting activities.”
Lowe added that their traffic accommodation team, with the assistance of the Road Traffic Inspectorate (RTI), will monitor the diversion of traffic during all sessions.
“The R103, which is accessed via the New England Road Interchange then Washington Road, will be available as an alternative route during the blasting. Substantial delays are likely as the R103 is unable to handle the same volume of traffic as the N3.”
Lowe said that the closure may need to be adjusted depending on weather conditions on the day. “If that happens, a second notice with information on the new time will be issued.”
Lowe added that motorists are urged to remain patient during the closure and are advised to plan and adjust their routes while adhering to speed limits. “Sanral apologises for any inconvenience caused and appreciates the public’s patience during the ongoing major road enhancements.”
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