Repair work is set to start on two landslip sites on Clyde Mountain at Murrengenburg to strengthen and future-proof Kings Highway.
Both sites, located about one kilometre east of Government Bend, were damaged during the March 2021 flood events. Work will focus on the downhill slopes of the eastbound lane and is scheduled for weekdays and Saturdays from Monday 9 February, between 7am and 6pm, for approximately six months, weather permitting.
Transport for NSW has appointed PCA Ground Engineering to carry out the project. The work involves installing long steel rods, known as soil nails, to stabilise the slopes. Steel mesh and spray-on concrete will then be applied to prevent erosion and address embankment cracking near the road shoulder.
Traffic changes will be in place for the duration of the repairs. The eastbound lane will be closed, with traffic redirected into the two westbound lanes to maintain one lane in each direction. A reduced speed limit of 40 km/h will also apply. These measures ensure the safety of both motorists and workers as large machinery operates on the steep, narrow terrain.
Motorists are advised to drive to the conditions, follow signage and traffic control directions, and allow an extra five minutes for travel. More information is available at nswroads.work/clydemountain.
Member for Bega, Dr Michael Holland, said the $4 million investment was a critical step in maintaining safe and reliable travel along the Kings Highway.
“Clyde Mountain is a vital connection for our region, and these repairs will deliver a stronger, more resilient road following the 2021 flood damage,” Holland said.
“These are long-term safety upgrades, not cosmetic fixes. They will stabilise the slope, protect the road, and reduce the risk of future damage during extreme weather. I thank local motorists for their patience while this complex work is carried out safely.”
