Drivers are warned to expect short delays and a detour route when travelling on State Highway 53 between Featherston and Martinborough tomorrow.
SH53 Tauwharenīkau Bridge drop out.
The SH53 Tauwharenīkau Bridge will be closed from 9:30 am to 4 pm while road crews work to fix a pothole on the western approach to the bridge.
The damage was reported earlier today. Assessments show the repair requires a substantial excavation across the bridge’s approach. The road and the bridge must be closed to traffic until the repairs are complete.
Local road detours will be available via Camp Road and Number 1 Line. This will require extra travel time and people should allow extra time for their journeys.
Until tomorrow’s closure the bridge is under stop/go traffic control. Drivers are asked to obey all traffic management in place as it is there to keep the public safe.
Detour route:
