• Funding program Roads of Strategic Importance
  • Status Under construction
  • Transport mode Road
  • Expected start/finish Early 2021 - Mid 2024
  • Estimated project cost $94,000,000
  • Australian Government contribution $75,200,000
  • State SA
  • Corridor Perth - Adelaide

Project description

This project involves upgrades that will widen, strengthen, and realign various sections of the Eyre Highway, from Port Augusta out of Iron Head towards the Western Australian border. Package A includes approx. 400km of pavement works and approx. 46km of shoulder sealing. Package B includes intersection upgrades, two new overtaking lanes, three new rest areas, and additional safety works.

Benefits

This project will improve safety for all road users and increase network efficiency and connectivity.

Funding

The Australian Government is funding on an 80:20 ratio in conjunction with the SA Government.

Timetable

Construction commenced in early 2021 and is expected to be completed by mid-2024.

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