A two-lane bridge has been built across the Ahaura River on SH7 to increase resilience and reliability on the highway.
The SH7 Ahaura River Bridge opened in mid-2021, replacing one of the last single-lane bridges on SH7 in Grey District.
A modern 218 metre two-lane bridge has been built downstream of the old bridge, which has since been deconstructed given its age and ongoing need for maintenance.
The project included approximately 450 metres of new highway and 218 metres of improvements to the existing highway, including easing the curve at the north end of the bridge into the township.
Works included a pedestrian path on the upstream side of the new bridge, linking the south to the Ahaura township, improvements to kerb and channels, a shoulder for cyclists, pedestrian crossing facilities and new intersection layout.
The new bridge has increased the resilience and reliability of SH7, improved journey times for commuters and road safety for all users.
Plan for the replacement Ahaura Bridge with the rail bridge closer to the Grey River and the existing road bridge to the right.
