Sydney region

Features and benefits of the proposed upgrade of The Northern Road at Cranebrook

Features of the proposed upgrade

  • Upgrade from a two lane undivided road to a four lane divided road with central raised median.
  • New signalised T-intersection at Jordan Springs Boulevard access to Jordan Springs urban development.
  • Signalised four-way intersection at Borrowdale Way and the northern access road to Jordan Springs development.
  • Left in/left out intersection at Watkin Street access to Jordan Springs urban development.
  • New traffic signals at Sherringham Road intersection.
  • Right turn bus lane into Andrews Road and traffic signal upgrade to accommodate bus priority arrangements.
  • Bicycle and pedestrian crossing provisions at traffic signals.
  • Two metre wide road shoulders for bicycles.
  • Sign posted speed limit of 70km/hour.
  • Extension of the existing off-road shared pedestrian/cyclist path (east of The Northern Road).
  • Retaining walls 1–2.5 metre high.
  • Culvert and drainage upgrades for the flood evacuation route.
  • Landscaping, street lighting, noise reduction measures.
  • Adjustment of public utility services along the upgrade route.

Benefits of the proposed upgrade

Improved safety for motorists, cyclists and pedestrians by:

  • Central median to separate opposing traffic flow.
  • Signalised intersections.
  • Bicycle and pedestrian crossings at signalised intersections.
  • Shared pedestrian/cyclist path.
  • Wider road shoulders.
  • Flood evacuation route.

Improved travel times for motorists and road freight by:

  • Dual lane road.
  • Bus priority capability.
  • Efficient access to residential areas.

Improved amenity for residents by:

  • Landscaping.
  • Street lighting.
  • Noise reduction measures.