Traffic control measures on Plumpton Road during upgrade works

Published: 21 Nov 2024 10:40am

Wagga Wagga City Council is asking residents and motorists who use Plumpton Road to plan their trips in advance and allow extra travel time, with traffic control measures coming into effect on Wednesday 27 November 2024, as part of planned upgrades in the area.

The ‘Stop/Go’ measures will affect the stretch of Plumpton Road between Lansdowne Avenue and Stirling Boulevard from 7am to 6pm each weekday until Tuesday 3 December, weather permitting.

Council Project Manager Darryl Woods said Plumpton Road will remain open to a single lane of traffic.

“These measures will play a key role in creating the space required for contractors to safely lay new sewer pipes in the area, as part of the Southern Growth Sewer Augmentation project,” Mr Woods said.

“The sewer upgrades form part of the wider Plumpton Road Upgrade and are set to occur before the road construction gets underway.”

Council acknowledges there will be some impact on road users who use this key connector road to the city’s southern suburbs.

“We want to thank both residents of the area and the wider community for their ongoing cooperation and partnership as Council works to deliver this essential new infrastructure,” Mr Woods said.

“We encourage residents and pedestrians to prioritise their safety and remain aware of disruptions to the shared path, including trip hazards.

“It is essential to respect all safety measures advertised in the area while works are occurring.

Entry to the construction area behind fences is also prohibited for the duration of the works. Residents may rest assured there will be no interruption to sewer services during the works, nor will driveway access be impeded.”

Any interruptions to water services occurring during these works are overseen by Riverina Water. Separate communications will be provided directly by Riverina Water to any affected properties.