| 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 DescriptionThe 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. BenefitsThis project specifically targeted the identified areas and provided increased safety, corridor efficiency and reduced travel times. FundingThe Australian Government provided over $18.1 million to this project. TimetableWork commenced on the first of the overtaking lanes in January 2010, with construction completed mid 2014. |
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Project details last updated: 27/09/2019
