As major construction on the new Bridgewater Bridge project continues, significant traffic changes will take place in Hobart’s northern suburbs starting from the end of the week.
State Growth will close the Midland Highway near the existing Bridgewater Bridge and divert all traffic onto Old Main Road and the new Midland Highway on and off ramps from Friday.
The changes will be implemented from 7pm for two days while the pedestrian overpass near McDonalds is removed over the weekend.
During this time, southbound heavy vehicles will be diverted along the East Derwent Highway to the Bowen Bridge.
“From Monday … northbound Midland Highway traffic will move onto the recently upgraded Old Main Road, using a new Midland Highway on-ramp to travel north, while traffic travelling south through Bridgewater towards the existing bridge will stay on the Midland Highway,” a spokesperson said.
“The changes will allow for the construction of the northern approach to the new bridge, reconstruction of Boyer Road to tie into the new Boyer Road underpass and construction of the new Midland Highway off ramp into Bridgewater.”
Motorists should anticipate diversions as Boyer Road between Old Main Road and the Midland Highway will be inaccessible.
Diversions will also be in place for motorists looking to use Boyer Road between Old Main Road and the Midland Highway, while Metro passengers using the northbound bus stop on the Midland Highway will be temporarily relocated to the area opposite McDonald’s.
“Safe pedestrian access and access to private properties will be maintained at all times, with pedestrians asked to follow all signage and cross at designated crossing points,” the spokesperson said.
“Drivers travelling through the area are asked to always follow posted speed limits, watch out for workers and obey any instructions given by traffic controllers.”
