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Kings Avenue Overpass
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Kings Avenue Overpass
Project Type
Design and Construction
Location
Intersection of Parkes Way/ Morshead Drive and Kings Avenue
Completion Date
September 2011
Budget
$30 million
Temporary Road or Lake Closures
No
Completed in 2011, the Kings Avenue Overpass replaced the former Russell roundabout at the intersection of Kings Avenue, Parkes Way and Morshead Drive.
The project lowered Parkes Way and constructed a new bridge carrying Kings Avenue over the roadway, creating a grade-separated intersection that allows traffic movements in all directions while improving pedestrian access and safety between the Russell precinct and surrounding areas.
The overpass was delivered to address one of Canberra's most significant traffic congestion and road safety issues. The former Russell roundabout had a high crash rate and was a major bottleneck for commuters travelling between the Parliamentary Triangle, Russell and Canberra's eastern suburbs.
In addition to improving traffic flow and reducing travel times, the project was designed to reinforce the important vista between Parliament House and Russell and strengthen the eastern gateway to the Parliamentary Triangle.
The project was completed in 2011 at a cost of approximately $30 million.