- Funding program Investment Road and Rail Program
- Status Completed
- Transport mode Road
- Expected start/finish Early 2010 - Mid 2014
- Estimated project cost $18,151,124
- Australian Government contribution $18,151,124
- Local Council/Shire Coomalie Community Government Council,Katherine Town Council
- State NT
- Corridor Perth - Darwin, Brisbane - Darwin
Project description
The Stuart Highway Overtaking Opportunities project was part of the $160 million Improve Flood Immunity, Road Safety and Productivity on Northern Territory highways project funded by the Australian Government. The Stuart Highway forms the main link of the Northern Territory sealed road network providing access for the community, industry and tourism. This project addressed safety and overtaking capacity constraints on the Stuart Highway and improved the safety, efficiency and reliability of travel for all road users.
Benefits
This project specifically targeted the identified areas and provided increased safety, corridor efficiency and reduced travel times.
Funding
The Australian Government provided over $18.1 million to this project.
Timetable
Work commenced on the first of the overtaking lanes in January 2010, with construction completed mid 2014.
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