Summit Road - slip repairs and retaining wall construction

What

We are undertaking slip repairs by constructing two new retaining walls to support the slope below Summit Road.

Why

To stabilize slips that are impeding the carriage way on Summit Road in these two locations.

Where

Summit Road between Omahu Bush Reserve and Gebbies Pass, Kennedys Bush.

When

Work commences on 7 February 2024 and is expected to be completed early September 2024. Work hours will be Monday to Saturday, 7am to 5.30pm (weather/site condition dependent).

Contact

The contractor is Hunter Civil Ltd. Phone the Site Manager on 03 381 7094, Monday to Friday, 7.30am to 5.30pm.

Details

Location

  • Summit Road will be closed from Gebbie’s Pass to Omahu Reserve Carpark.
  • The closures will start from 6am, Wednesday 7 February 2024 until 6 pm, Friday 6 September 2024.
  • Traffic management will be in place and detours will be clearly signposted.
  • Traffic management staff will be available to help direct residents and business owners to their properties within the work area. Please contact us in advance if you have specific access needs, we need to be aware of.
  • Pedestrian and cycle access will be always maintained throughout the works. Please follow signage.
  • Summit Road will be opened on 23 March 2024 for Le Race.

Impacts of work

  • There will be increased noise, dust, and vibration from the use of machinery for activities such as saw cutting, soil excavation, and retaining wall construction. 
  • On-street parking will be affected where we are working. Cones will indicate where parking will not be available.
  • Property access will be maintained where possible. We will work with businesses and residents during the work. Please let us know if you have any specific property access needs e.g. medical visits, home help, large vehicle deliveries or planned works. 

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