Temporary closures on N2
Light motor vehicles can divert off the N2 and onto the R102 at the Sezela interchange and re-join the N2 at the Park Rynie interchange.
The South African National Roads Agency SOC Limited (Sanral) advises motorists of temporary road closures on the N2 north bound between the Sezela and Park Rynie interchange for installation of a pipe bridge onto the Umzinto River bridge as part of the new South Coast Water Pipeline.
“The construction of the South Coast Pipeline by uMngeni-uThukela Water will bring much needed relief to the south coast region,” said Jason Lowe, Sanral’s KZN Geometrics Specialist Engineer.
“In order to complete this project, a pipe bridge will be installed onto the existing Umzinto River bridge. This will require multiple road closures lasting 60 minutes each so that the pipe bridge structure can be lifted into place.”
The temporary road closures will take place as follows:
Morning closure – N2 north bound (Port Shepstone to Durban): Daily from 05:00 to 6:00, from October 6 to 29.
Light motor vehicles can divert off the N2 and onto the R102 at the Sezela interchange and re-join the N2 at the Park Rynie interchange. Due to potential safety risks heavy motor vehicles will be stacked on the N2 for the duration of the closures.
“We understand that these road closures cause major disruption, so have planned them to take place at times when the disruption is minimised. Trucks and heavy vehicles are advised to try and delay trips over this period to avoid major congestion. Public transport operators are asked to ensure their drivers are aware of the closures and alternatives affecting their commuter routes. Light vehicle traffic, as well as emergency services and traffic management are advised to make use of alternative routing,” said Lowe.
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