Background
The construction of the Dilston Bypass on the East Tamar Highway has improved the safety, freight efficiency and provided an upgraded transport link with Bell Bay Port.
The project includes two kilometers of dual carriageway and seven kilometres of three lane highway with a wire rope safety fence separating opposing traffic streams, as well as replacing the existing Barnards Creek Bridge with a new four lane bridge.
The Launceston City Council approved a revised development application incorporating a southbound underpass ramp on the southern junction and fog detection speed reduction signs for the northern seagull junction.
The Dilston Bypass was fully funded by the Australian Government.
Project Benefits:
The Project has provided significant benefits for the local community and transport including:
- Reduced travel times
- Greater freight transport efficiency
- Improved amenity for Dilston residents
- Reduction in traffic noise for local residents
- Wider sealed shoulders for cyclists
- Improved safety performance and
- Elimination of flooding problems at Coulsons Creek
Current Status - May 2012
- Tasmanian firm Shaw Contracting Pty Ltd have completed the road works.
- The Dilston Bypass was officially opened on Tuesday 7 June 2011 by State Minister David O?Byrne and Federal Member for Bass Geoff Lyons.
- Final sealing works on the Bypass are complete.
- The Intelligent Transport System (ITS) for the Dilston Bypass is now operational. The ITS consists of:
o A weather station, linked to a speed limit variable sign:
The system will automatically adjust the speed limit according to the weather conditions (such as fog). The system will also warn motorists who fail to slow to a safe speed with a "Check your Speed" electronic sign.
o Electronic warning of side road:
Traffic on the East Tamar Highway approaching the northern junction will be advised by a "Watch for Turning Traffic" electronic warning sign that indicates that traffic is waiting to enter the traffic stream and they should be extra cautious.
Contact Details
For further information about the project please contact the Dilston site office:
- Address: 1254 East Tamar Highway, Dilston
- Phone: (03) 6328 1643
- Fax: (03) 6328 1267
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