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Road closures, road works and restrictions
Below are some of the roads and bridges in the district which are currently subject to work. Please keep a lookout for these and take care when travelling through work sites.
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Road closure, Reilly Road, Orepuki
Road closure, Reilly Road, Orepuki
Reilly Road, Orepuki, has been closed because of a collapsed culvert. The road is closed from State Highway 99 at both ends and will only be open to residents. It is not certain when the culvert will be replaced.
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Fixed restrictions, Waimatuku Flat Road
Fixed restrictions, Waimatuku Flat Road
Southland District Council has fixed restrictions of axle 1000kg and gross 3500kg weight limits for heavy motor vehicles on Waimatuku Flat Road.
The above limits apply to ‘through’ heavy traffic movements only from 27 January 2022. Limited heavy vehicle movements for the operation of farms situated on Waimauku Flat Road will still be permitted.
The restriction is necessary to protect Waimatuku Flat Road from excessive damage due to heavy motor vehicles using this road as a detour for the weight-restricted bridge on Argyle Otahuti Road (the railway overbridge situated in Waianiwa). An appropriate detour will be signed for heavy vehicles via Waianiwa Oporo Road, Oporo Flat Road and Lincoln Road.
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Road closed, Channel Road, Tussock Creek
Road closed, Channel Road, Tussock Creek
Southland District Council advises that Channel Road, Tussock Creek, is closed to through traffic, effective immediately. The gantries that prevented heavy vehicles from crossing the bridge over the Makarewa River have been illegally removed, and it appears that heavy vehicles have been using the bridge, which was open to light vehicle use only.
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Gorge Road Invercargill Highway pavement rehabilitation
Gorge Road Invercargill Highway pavement rehabilitation
Wilson Contracting will be completing pavement rehabilitation on a section of Gorge Road between Faulker Road and Ashers Road. Initial drainage work will begin the week of 12 February, followed by pavement reconstruction of the road and sealing in March/April. Road users should expect delays to their journeys while this work is underway.
There will be temporary speed limits and traffic signals in place, reducing Gorge Road-Invercargill Highway to one lane in this area while this drainage work is underway (between 6.30am and 7pm weekdays). Access to residences will remain, though there may be occasional delays if crews are working in the immediate area at the time.
During the construction and sealing phase there will also temporary speed limits and traffic signals in place.
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Temporary lane closures – Wyndham
Temporary lane closures – Wyndham
We are renewing footpaths throughout the Wyndham and Edendale townships from 6 March 2024 until approximately 22 March (weather dependent). These streets will be down to one lane when the contractors are onsite.
Lanes will be closed from approximately 7.30am until 6pm. The footpaths will be closed for three days following the concrete pour. Unfortunately, residents will not be able to use driveway crossings for seven days to allow for curing time. Residents will be notified via letter drop.
Affected footpaths:Westbound lane of Raglan street between Memorial Drive and Balaclava Street.
Intersection of Redan Street and Alma Street.Please note, when the contractors are not on site, both lanes of the road will be open.
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Bridge replacement, Harbour Endowment Road
Bridge replacement, Harbour Endowment Road
Harbour Endowment Road, from Pike Road to South Hillend Road, will be temporarily closed from April 3 to May 10 to enable a bridge replacement. Detours will be provided via Pike Road – Crowe Road – Looney Road – South Hillend Road in both directions. We appreciate your understanding as this important infrastructure work is completed.
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Road closure for bridge replacement, Wilson Road
Road closure for bridge replacement, Wilson Road
Council will close Wilson Road from Longridge Road to Ardlussa Cattleflat Road to through traffic between the hours of 6am Tuesday 23 April 2024 until 7pm Wednesday 15 May 2024. Landowners on road will have access to properties either side of the Bridge closure. The purpose of the closure is to allow for bridge replacement to be completed.
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Bridge closed, McLeish Road, Drummond
Bridge closed, McLeish Road, Drummond
This bridge has been closed by Council and is not currently programmed for replacement. For further information please call 0800 732 732.
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Bridge closed, Scott Road, Hokonui
Bridge closed, Scott Road, Hokonui
This bridge has been closed by Council and is not currently programmed for replacement. For further information please call 0800 732 732.
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Bridge closed, Thompson Crossing Road West, Winton
Bridge closed, Thompson Crossing Road West, Winton
This bridge has been closed by Council and is not currently programmed for replacement. For further information please call 0800 732 732.
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Weight limit, Waianiwa rail overbridge
Weight limit, Waianiwa rail overbridge
A structural assessment of the Waianiwa rail overbridge on Argyle Otahuti Road indicates the structure is nearing the end of its life.
To prolong the life of the bridge until it can be replaced, Southland District Council is posting a 3,500kg weight limit on it, which means it can be used by light vehicles only.
Private vehicles up to the size of a ute and trailer will still be able to cross the bridge safely. Signage advising of the posting will be installed.
A detour for heavier vehicles is available via Waianiwa Oporo Road, Oporo Flat Road and Lincoln Road.
We expect these restrictions to remain in place until a new bridge can be constructed. Although the overbridge was not previously posted it was earmarked for replacement within the next 10 years. We anticipate bringing the replacement forward and completing this work within the next 24 months.
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Bridge demolished, Benmore Road
Bridge demolished, Benmore Road
The bridge over the Oreti river has been demolished.
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Riverside School Road
Riverside School Road
Riverside School Road bridge is closed and will remain closed until the bridge is replaced.
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Temporary bridge closure, Papatotara Coast Road
Temporary bridge closure, Papatotara Coast Road
During the flooding events of the last few days, the temporary bridge put in place to support the construction of the new Papatorara Coast Road bridge has been washed out by a large log. Due to these essential works, there is going to have to be a temporary closure on the new bridge where the road will be subject to 1-hour closures with traffic let through on the hour mark.
| Title | Details | Where | Contacts |
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| Road closure, Reilly Road, Orepuki Read More |
Reilly Road, Orepuki, has been closed because of a collapsed culvert. The road is closed from State Highway 99 at both ends and will only be open to residents. It is not certain when the culvert will be replaced. |
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| Fixed restrictions, Waimatuku Flat Road Read More |
Southland District Council has fixed restrictions of axle 1000kg and gross 3500kg weight limits for heavy motor vehicles on Waimatuku Flat Road. The above limits apply to ‘through’ heavy traffic movements only from 27 January 2022. Limited heavy vehicle movements for the operation of farms situated on Waimauku Flat Road will still be permitted. The restriction is necessary to protect Waimatuku Flat Road from excessive damage due to heavy motor vehicles using this road as a detour for the weight-restricted bridge on Argyle Otahuti Road (the railway overbridge situated in Waianiwa). An appropriate detour will be signed for heavy vehicles via Waianiwa Oporo Road, Oporo Flat Road and Lincoln Road. |
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| Road closed, Channel Road, Tussock Creek Read More |
Southland District Council advises that Channel Road, Tussock Creek, is closed to through traffic, effective immediately. The gantries that prevented heavy vehicles from crossing the bridge over the Makarewa River have been illegally removed, and it appears that heavy vehicles have been using the bridge, which was open to light vehicle use only. |
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| Gorge Road Invercargill Highway pavement rehabilitation Read More |
Wilson Contracting will be completing pavement rehabilitation on a section of Gorge Road between Faulker Road and Ashers Road. Initial drainage work will begin the week of 12 February, followed by pavement reconstruction of the road and sealing in March/April. Road users should expect delays to their journeys while this work is underway. There will be temporary speed limits and traffic signals in place, reducing Gorge Road-Invercargill Highway to one lane in this area while this drainage work is underway (between 6.30am and 7pm weekdays). Access to residences will remain, though there may be occasional delays if crews are working in the immediate area at the time. During the construction and sealing phase there will also temporary speed limits and traffic signals in place. |
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| Temporary lane closures – Wyndham Read More |
We are renewing footpaths throughout the Wyndham and Edendale townships from 6 March 2024 until approximately 22 March (weather dependent). These streets will be down to one lane when the contractors are onsite. Westbound lane of Raglan street between Memorial Drive and Balaclava Street. Please note, when the contractors are not on site, both lanes of the road will be open. |
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| Bridge replacement, Harbour Endowment Road Read More |
Harbour Endowment Road, from Pike Road to South Hillend Road, will be temporarily closed from April 3 to May 10 to enable a bridge replacement. Detours will be provided via Pike Road – Crowe Road – Looney Road – South Hillend Road in both directions. We appreciate your understanding as this important infrastructure work is completed. |
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| Road closure for bridge replacement, Wilson Road Read More |
Council will close Wilson Road from Longridge Road to Ardlussa Cattleflat Road to through traffic between the hours of 6am Tuesday 23 April 2024 until 7pm Wednesday 15 May 2024. Landowners on road will have access to properties either side of the Bridge closure. The purpose of the closure is to allow for bridge replacement to be completed. |
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| Bridge closed, McLeish Road, Drummond Read More |
This bridge has been closed by Council and is not currently programmed for replacement. For further information please call 0800 732 732. |
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| Bridge closed, Scott Road, Hokonui Read More |
This bridge has been closed by Council and is not currently programmed for replacement. For further information please call 0800 732 732. |
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| Bridge closed, Thompson Crossing Road West, Winton Read More |
This bridge has been closed by Council and is not currently programmed for replacement. For further information please call 0800 732 732. |
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| Weight limit, Waianiwa rail overbridge Read More |
A structural assessment of the Waianiwa rail overbridge on Argyle Otahuti Road indicates the structure is nearing the end of its life. To prolong the life of the bridge until it can be replaced, Southland District Council is posting a 3,500kg weight limit on it, which means it can be used by light vehicles only. Private vehicles up to the size of a ute and trailer will still be able to cross the bridge safely. Signage advising of the posting will be installed. A detour for heavier vehicles is available via Waianiwa Oporo Road, Oporo Flat Road and Lincoln Road. We expect these restrictions to remain in place until a new bridge can be constructed. Although the overbridge was not previously posted it was earmarked for replacement within the next 10 years. We anticipate bringing the replacement forward and completing this work within the next 24 months. |
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| Bridge demolished, Benmore Road Read More |
The bridge over the Oreti river has been demolished. |
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| Riverside School Road Read More |
Riverside School Road bridge is closed and will remain closed until the bridge is replaced. |
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| Temporary bridge closure, Papatotara Coast Road Read More |
During the flooding events of the last few days, the temporary bridge put in place to support the construction of the new Papatorara Coast Road bridge has been washed out by a large log. Due to these essential works, there is going to have to be a temporary closure on the new bridge where the road will be subject to 1-hour closures with traffic let through on the hour mark. |