THE long-awaited Coedmore Bridge reconstruction is reaching its final phases, with the bridge opening scheduled for the end of June. The reconstruction has been ongoing to repair extensive damage caused by the 2022 floods.

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Nolwandle Gcaba, Ward 64 community liaison officer, said that consistent progress is being made on the overarching construction areas. “Layer works are ongoing, and earthworks have been done in preparation of the approach slab. Coping work has progressed, and preparation for the installation of handrails has started this week,” she said.

Gcaba said that although some secondary work and final snag corrections would continue after the opening, the major construction will be completed so that drivers can use the important route again.

“We appreciate the community for its patience and tolerance during this period,” said Gcaba.

Coedmore Bridge is an essential link for residents of the Durban South. Drivers have had to make lengthy diversions of 45 minutes or more since it was destroyed. The eThekwini Municipality allocated R48m to restore the 90m, two-lane bridge with pedestrian walkways which was funded through the National Treasury’s Municipal Disaster Response Grant.

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