NWA to Carry out Emergency Patching along the Mandela Highway in St. Catherine
By: , March 17, 2014The Key Point:
The Facts
- Repairs will be effected along the Mandela Highway between the Twickenham Park Roundabout and the Ferry Police Station.
- This patching project is expected to be completed within five days and cost $1.7 million.
The Full Story
The National Works Agency (NWA) is advising motorists and other road users that beginning Tuesday, March 18, 2014 the Agency’s Force Account crews will be carrying out emergency patching along the Mandela Highway between the Twickenham Park Roundabout and the Ferry Police Station.
Approximately 700 square metres of patching using Asphaltic Concrete will be carried out along both the eastern and western sides of the Highway. Potholes will be patched to provide ease of movement for motorists.
This patching project is expected to be completed within five days and cost $1.7 million.
Motorists who use this roadway should expect minor delays while patching is in progress and are advised to obey the posted warning signs as well as the instructions of flag persons.