Over the next few weeks, we will be undertaking investigations of utility services at multiple locations on South Road and adjacent arterial roads, along the River Torrens to Darlington Project alignment to help inform the final design.

Location and timing

Investigations are expected to begin Monday 13 February and continue for approximately five weeks.
We will be carrying out investigations at the following locations and expect to be at each location for approximately one week.

  • South Road, between Burt Avenue, Hilton and Rosslyn Street, Mile End South
  • Sir Donald Bradman Drive, between Mallen Street, Hilton and William Street, Mile End South
  • South Road, between Rosslyn Street, Mile End South and Albert Street, Richmond
  • South Road, between Albert Street, Richmond and Manchester Street, Mile End South
  • Deacon Avenue, Richmond between South Road and Kingston Avenue
  • James Congdon Drive, Mile End South, between South Road and Mile End Home Maker Centre.

Works will be carried out Monday to Friday between 7pm and 6am. We’re working at night to minimise impacts on traffic and to ensure the safety of our workers. In the event that these works need to be rescheduled due to weather conditions or other circumstances outside of our control, we will update this notification.

Additional utility service investigation works are required in your area. You will receive notifications relating to these works closer to the date.

Traffic restrictions

  • Temporary traffic and speed restrictions will apply in the vicinity of the works.
  • Signage will be in place to alert road users to the changes in traffic conditions. Road users are advised to take care when travelling through the area.
  • Short-term lane and footpath closures will be required to complete this work.

What to expect
During works, you may notice additional ground and traffic management personnel and equipment within the area. Some disturbances can be expected such as noise, dust and vibration caused by excavation works.