Project Details

SH73 Goat Creek Bridge Replacement


SH73
Otira, West Coast
Purpose: To replace aging one lane bridge with new two lane bridge including new approach alignments.
EstimatedCost: $1.8M
Start Date: November 2009
End Date: April 2010
Location: Otira, West Coast
Engineering Features: Construction to occur with a National Park and rugged alpine environment.

Interesting Facts: The existing one lane bridge is very old and reaching the end of its life. The bridge approaches have substandard alignment that gives poor visibility and hence provide increased crash risk.

More Information: John Kirwan