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.
