At least three stop-and-go systems as a result of roadworks along the N2 between Botrivier and Caledon have caused motorists serious delays and frustration in recent months.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The South African National Roads Agency (Sanral) has confirmed that, in addition to the three stop-and-go systems on the N2 as a result of periodic maintenance work, there will also be lane closures on the Houw Hoek Pass to place an asphalt overlay.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Sanral reported there will always be one lane open to traffic in each direction of the pass during the resurfacing operations that are scheduled to be completed in February 2025.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The contractor has recently commenced the resealing of the road surface, which necessitates the Stop\/Go traffic accommodation measures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
There will, however, be relief for road users between mid-December and mid-January when the full road width of the Houw Hoek Pass will be open to two-way traffic. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cDue to the volume of traffic on the N2, the waiting times generally last up to 30 minutes each,\u201d said Krishna Naidoo, Project Manager. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cThe contractor is making every effort to finish the work ahead of schedule in order to minimise the delay to road users.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Sanral appeals to road users to be patient and compliant with speed restrictions and factor in additional travel time, especially for learners and students who are busy with exams. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cThe roads agency apologises for this short-term inconvenience in pursuit of long-term mobility and road safety improvements,\u201d Naidoo said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
With regard to the Boontjieskraal Road that has been closed to traffic for an extended period of time, Jandr\u00e9 Bakker, Head of Communication of the Department of Infrastructure (DOI), stated that this was \u201calways scheduled to be a long-term project\u201d as it entails upgrading it from a gravel road to part of the surfaced network.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
He further explained that because in-house resources are used for this project these resources cannot be dedicated exclusively to the project.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cBecause one uses in-house resources these cannot be dedicated to a project and has to respond to other emergencies and maintenance on the road network,\u201d Bakker said. \u201cThe adverse effects the unprecedented weather conditions had on the road network required these teams to respond to other higher priority repairs and maintenance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cDue to pressure on the in-house teams to respond to other issues, we have taken the decision to complete elements of the road using an external contract. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cWe are in the process of finalizing the related processes. This should expedite the partial reopening. Such reopening will be done as soon as it is safe but there will be stop-and-go traffic accommodation in place while works continue.\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n
He pointed out that even once this road is partially opened, it would not be a viable alternative route to the N2 \u201cbecause the stop-and-go points are likely to be long until the project is completed\u201d. The estimated reopening of Boontjieskraal Road to partial traffic is towards end of December 2024 if all goes according to plan, Bakker explained.<\/b>\n<\/b><\/p>\n\n\n\nResurfacing of section of Main Road on R43 in Hermanus<\/b><\/h1>\n\n\n\n\n
Overstrand Municipality has announced it is busy with several road resurfacing projects across the Overstrand. A significant one is the resurfacing of a section of the Main Road on the R43 in Hermanus. <\/p>\n
\u201cThis project,\u201d said OM Municipal Manager Dean O\u2019Neill, \u201cis funded by the Western Cape Department of Infrastructure and involves milling and removing the existing bituminous surface and replacing it with new asphalt. <\/p>\n
\u201cSome sections will undergo light rehabilitation, which includes the removal of base and subbase layers.\u201d <\/p>\n
The roadworks will take place from Builder\u2019s Warehouse to Brug Street in Eastcliff, extending along Seventh Street up to 17th Avenue in Vo\u00eblklip. <\/p>\n
These works are scheduled to commence on 11 November and are expected to last two to three weeks, depending on weather conditions and provided there are no unforeseen delays. Work will be carried out from Mondays to Saturdays, between 07:00 and 18:00.<\/p>\n
A Stop\/Go traffic system will be implemented, leading to lane closures during the resurfacing process. <\/p>\n
Motorists are advised to allow for longer travel times and to consider alternative routes where possible.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe further ask all road users to exercise caution while this work is under way, as bitumen splashes can be difficult to remove from vehicles. <\/p>\n
\u201cPlease reduce your speed, pay attention to road signs, stay vigilant in and around the roadworks area, and be mindful of uneven road surfaces.\u201d<\/p>\n
These improvements are expected to be finished within the next two months, ensuring they are ready for the holiday season. \u201cAfterwards, the reseal programme will continue in February 2025,\u201d O\u2019Neill stated. <\/p>\n
For any queries, contact Overstrand Municipality\u2019s Civil Engineering Services on 028 313 8972.<\/p><\/b>\n\n\n\n
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