Seven-day closure of the N2 to affect traffic to and from Toti
The closures on the N2 will affect traffic between Amanzimtoti and Hibberdene.
MOTORISTS have been warned by the South African National Roads Agency SOC Limited (Sanral) of temporary road closures on the N2 north and southbound between the Sezela Interchange and the Park Rynie Interchange for the commissioning of the South Coast Water Pipeline on the N2 Umzinto River Bridge from today (November 19) to November 26.
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The closures will affect traffic between Amanzimtoti and Hibberdene on the N2.
Sanral’s KwaZulu-Natal geometrics specialist engineer, Jason Lowe, said the construction of the South Coast Pipeline by uMngeni-uThukela Water will bring much-needed relief in terms of water supply to the south coast region of KwaZulu-Natal. To ensure the highest safety standards during its first live commissioning, controlled short-duration closures will be implemented on both carriageways.
“Commissioning a pipeline of this scale across a live national route requires precise co-ordination, strict safety protocols, and short controlled shutdowns. These closures are designed to ensure the safety of road users, construction teams, and technical personnel working directly on the bridge,” said Lowe.
Alternative route:
R102 north and southbound: A detour will be in place at the Sezela and Park Rynie Interchanges for light motor vehicles only to join the R102.
“Our traffic accommodation team, with the assistance of the Road Traffic Inspectorate (RTI), have carefully planned the closures and will manage and monitor them for their full duration. Light motor vehicles can divert off the N2 and onto the R102 at the Sezela and Park Rynie Interchanges and rejoin the N2. Due to potential safety risks, heavy motor vehicles will be stacked on the N2 for the duration of the closures. Public transport operators are asked to ensure their drivers are aware of route closures and alternatives affecting their commuter routes,” said Lowe
Sanral apologised for any inconvenience caused and appreciates the public’s patience during the ongoing major infrastructure construction.
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