Community backs Port Lincoln intersection upgrade focused on improving heavy vehicle movements

Friday, 1 November 2024

The Porter Street, Liverpool Street and Railway Place intersection upgrade will improve heavy vehicle movements through the intersection, boosting safety for all road users.

The upgrade will include the installation of traffic signals at the intersection, and pedestrian actuated (push-button) crossings on all approaches. New line marking and signage will also be installed throughout the project area.

Earlier this year, the proposed concept design for the intersection upgrade was shared with the Port Lincoln community through information sessions and online surveys.

During this engagement, 70 per cent of survey respondents supported the proposed design and felt it would improve safety for all users of the intersection.

Heavy vehicle movements and light sequencing were key focuses for the community, and the project scope has been further developed in response to this feedback.

A total of 77 online survey responses were received and the Department for Infrastructure and Transport met with local businesses and other key stakeholders to gain feedback for the final design.

The final design will be shared with the community over the coming months with construction expected to commence by mid-2025.

The $4.5 million upgrade is funded by the Australian and South Australian governments (80:20) as part of the Heavy Vehicle Safety and Productivity Program.

The planned works follow the recent completion of four other intersection upgrades in Port Lincoln:

*         Flinders Highway/Light Street and Lincoln Highway/Hallett Place

*         New West Road/Lewis Street and Hallett Place

*         Hallett Place/Liverpool Street and Adelaide Place

*         Liverpool Street and Mortlock Terrace/Bligh Street.

The completed works include better lighting, upgraded pedestrian crossing points and pavement upgrades, as well as the creation of single lane entries and exits for roundabouts, where possible, to help all road users safely navigate the busy thoroughfare.

Pavement works between the upgraded roundabouts were also completed, further improving safety and the road surface quality.

The Lincoln Highway serves a dual purpose as a main street and a vital freight route. Through the upgrades, road safety has been improved, along with accessibility for the motorists, cyclists and pedestrians who frequent the main street. Economic growth within the region has been supported by preserving freight accessibility.

These works form part of a $51.25 million commitment, funded by the Australian and South Australian Governments (80:20), to deliver Eyre Peninsula road upgrades. The project has supported 35 full time equivalent jobs over the works period.