| Funding Program: | Investment Road and Rail Program |
| Status: | In planning |
| Transport Mode: | Road |
| Expected Start/Finish: | Early 2021 - Late 2021 |
| Estimated Project Cost: | $15,000,000 |
| Australian Government Contribution: | $12,000,000 |
| Local Council/Shire: | Adelaide Hills Council,City of Burnside |
| State: | SA |
| Corridor: | Melbourne - Adelaide |
Project DescriptionThis project will refit important safety, communications and electrical systems in the Heysen Tunnel that are approaching end of life, and provide a fire deluge system as required for a major tunnel refit under Australian Standard. BenefitsBenefits include improved road safety for all road users and improved efficiency and network reliability. FundingThis Australian Government has committed $12 million and the South Australian Government has commited $3 million to this project. TimetableThis project is expected to commence in early 2021 and be completed by late 2021. |
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Project details last updated: 10/07/2020
