Regency Road overpass spans dropped into place, clearing way for easier commute

Another piece of the puzzle standing between South Road commuters and a clearer run has been dropped into place.

The South Road and Regency Road intersection reopened to traffic ahead of schedule. Picture: SA Infrastructure and Transport

Traffic disruptions along a busy part of South Road have been eased following the installation of the Regency Road overpass bridge spans.

The South Road and Regency Road intersection, which had been partially closed from January 4 until January 10, is now again open to traffic.

Two overpass centre spans, each weighing around 1300 tonnes, were assembled “off-site” at the Polonia Reserve compound, at Croydon Park, and moved to the site last week.

Infrastructure Minister Corey Wingard. Picture: Sue McKay/Getty Images

The centre spans were individually transported using Self Propelled Modular Transporters – described by Infrastructure Minister Corey Wingard as “the ultimate remote-control car”.

“This project is a great example of how innovative thinking can lead to better outcomes for the community,” he said.

“To be able to construct the majority of the overpass structure off site has meant far less disruption to motorists and a safer environment for those working on the project.”

The Regency Road overpass, which is expected to open in mid-2021, is another key milestone for the Regency Road to Pym Street (R2P) Project.

The R2P Project involves the construction of a new 1.8km section of non-stop motorway along South Road, connecting to the South Road Superway to the north and Torrens Road to River Torrens project to the south.