TRAFFIC ADVISORY
Full closure of the N3 to facilitate blasting at the Market Road Overpass Bridge
Pietermaritzburg, 12 May 2024 – The N3 will be fully closed on 22 May 2024, 5 June 2024 and 12 June 2024 between the hours of 14h30 and 15h00, to facilitate blasting next to the N3 Market Road Overpass Bridge in KwaZulu Natal, the South African National Roads Agency SOC Limited (SANRAL) has announced.
This work will be undertaken as part of the N3 upgrade project from Gladys Manzi Road to New England Road Interchange.
“The N3 closure will take place between the Ashburton and New England Road Interchanges. Closures will also be necessary on the following secondary roads in the vicinity of the blasting activities:
- Market Road at Van Eck Place
- Alan Paton Ave at Blackburrow Road
Our traffic accommodation team with the assistance of the Road Traffic Inspectorate (RTI), will manage and monitor the diversion of traffic during all sessions” said Jason Lowe, SANRAL’s Eastern Region Project Manager.
The full road closures will take place as follows:
22 May 2024, Wednesday
14h30 to 14h45 – Close N3 and secondary roads and blast.
14h45 to 15h00 – Clean up any debris on all roads.
15h00 – Reopen N3 and secondary roads for all vehicles.
5 June 2024, Wednesday
14h30 to 14h45 – Close N3 and secondary roads and blast.
14h45 to 15h00 – Clean up any debris on all roads.
15h00 – Reopen N3 and secondary roads for all vehicles.
12 June 2024, Wednesday
14h30 to 14h45 – Close N3 and secondary roads and blast.
14h45 to 15h00 – Clean up any debris on all roads.
15h00 – Reopen N3 and secondary roads for all vehicles.
The R103 will be available as an alternative route during the blast. Substantial delays are however likely as the R103 is unable to handle the same volume of traffic as the N3.
The closure may need to be adjusted depending on weather conditions on the day. If that happens, a second notice with information of the new time will be issued.
“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.” said Lowe.
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