Road works in Footscray are continuing on, following updates on Victoria’s Big Build.
Footscray Road will reopen on Thursday, June 15, following the completion of placing large concrete slabs.
More than 400 massive concrete segments, each weighing 100 tonnes, were lifted into place to build the new elevated road as part of the West Gate Tunnel Project.
Continuing on, the bridge over the rail lines at Dynon Road will be widened and strengthened to join a new exit ramp from the West Gate Tunnel.
Designed to make it easier for motorists to get to and from the area.
To ensure it is done safely, Dynon Road will be closed over the rail lines near CityLink from Friday, June 16, for 11 weeks.
The works mean buses will replace trains on the Williamstown, Werribee and Sunbury lines from 9pm on Friday, June 23, until the last train on Sunday, July 9.
Transport and Infrastructure Minister Jacinta Allan said the works are underway with some disruptions.
“We’re getting on with our massive amount of works on Victoria’s Big Build this winter – with projects like the West Gate Tunnel and Metro Tunnel really taking shape to transform the way Victorians travel,” she said.
“While these works take place there will be disruptions on the road and rail network – so we encourage passengers and motorists to plan their journey and allow extra travel time.”
The works are a part of the ongoing West Gate Tunnel Project, to create an alternative to the West Gate Bridge and take trucks off local roads.
As part of the project, an elevated road above Footscray Road is being built to create a link between the new tunnel and the city.
Works are expected to be completed mid 2023.
Jennifer Pittorino