Released 27/04/2018
An upgrade to the busy intersection of the Federal Highway and Old Well Station Road will get underway next week to install traffic lights to improve the safety of motorists, cyclists and pedestrians.
“The Federal Highway and Old Well Station Road intersection is a busy approach to Canberra and provides access to EPIC, the Farmer’s Markets, Canberra Park Resort and broader Mitchell, as well as access to the apartments on the south side of the intersection,” said Minister for Transport and City Services
Meegan Fitzharris.
“Traffic lights will ensure that access to these places is controlled, which will significantly improve safety and improve the traffic flow at peak times.
“Works will also be undertaken on the approaches to the intersection. On the Old Well Station Road approach the pavement will be widened and realigned to improve sight lines and increase right turn capacity.
“On the Federal Highway approach the left and right turn lanes will be increased in length to cater for anticipated traffic demands.
“A new footpath will also be constructed on the east side of Old Well Station Road to improve access for pedestrians and cyclists.”
A closure of Old Well Station Road between Morisset Road and the Federal Highway will be required from early May 2018 until July 2018. Access to EPIC will be via Morisset Road and Stirling Avenue.
Works to upgrade this intersection will be coordinated with the light rail project to minimise traffic disruption.
Construction is expected to be completed by the fourth quarter of 2018. Investment for this project totals $3.2 million.
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