Craigavon potholes cause concern
CRAIGAVON – Community members are frustrated with the state of Campbell Road with the growing number of potholes and the possibility of their cars being damaged.
Craigavon residents have raised their concerns about potholes littering the street on Campbell Road.
The number of potholes has grown exponentially along the street, with the frequent wet weather making them erode quicker. Potholes in the middle of the road require traffic to slow down and force drivers to go into oncoming traffic to avoid them.
Adri Powell, new business development consultant at 24/7 Security, said that the number and scale of the potholes have increased over the last year, which is ‘putting residents’ lives at risk’.
Cars drive past a problem pothole located along Campbell Road in Craigavon. Photo: Khomotso Makgabutlane
“The local road infrastructure plays a pivotal role in the safety of the Craigavon community. Several incidents have been reported of vehicles being damaged and near-hit by cars and trucks who try and avoid the potholes on the narrow roads,” she said.
Powell, who said 24/7 Security is raising the concerns of the community on their behalf, told the Fourways Review another concern that has been brought to light is residents driving at night. “Should an individual hit a pothole and be forced to stop, it creates a security risk.
“The suburb is experiencing substantial growth with increasing traffic movement, and it is critical to address the road situation as a matter of urgency.”
Spokesperson from JRA, Mosa Makhalima said the agency apologises for any inconvenience brought on by the potholes in Fourways and surrounding areas, but said plans are being made for various parts of the city to be addressed with the necessary repairs.
“Currently the JRA has assigned contractors for each region to repair potholes,” Makhalima said.
“The targeted period is March until June and potholes in the Fourways area are scheduled to be done.”
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