The New traffic lights at the intersection of St Marys Road and Richmond Road, Berkshire Park are complete. These traffic lights were switched on to traffic on Friday 1 May 2009.
This $5.5 million upgrade is part of the NSW Government’s $100 million Pinch Point Program that is designed to improve traffic flow and travel times at congestions points on Sydney’s main roads.
Key features of the proposal
- Richmond Road widened to two lanes in each direction at the intersection of St Marys Road and Richmond Road, Berkshire Park.
- A right hand turn lane from Richmond Road (westbound) into St Marys Road.
- A left hand turn lane from Richmond Road (eastbound) into St Marys Road.
- A left hand turn lane from St Marys Road (southbound) into Richmond Road.
- Pedestrian crossings at traffic lights.
- On-road cycle lanes on both side of Richmond Road.
Benefits
The new traffic lights will improve traffic flow and safety for motorists turning onto Richmond Road from Llandilo, Berkshire Park and Shane’s Park.
For further information
For further information on the St Marys Road and Richmond Road intersection, please contact RTA senior project manager David Wilson on (02) 8849 2147 or email david_wilson@rta.nsw.gov.au.
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