NSW-Hexham-Changed traffic conditions on Hexham Bridge, Pacific Highway from 26/8/24

There will be changed traffic conditions from Monday 26 August, for up to three nights for maintenance work to be carried out on Hexham Bridge.

The northbound on-ramp when travelling from the Maitland direction will be closed and a detour in place that may add up to 10 minutes to journey times.

To minimise the impact to road users the work will be carried out at night from 7pm to 5am, weather permitting. 

The northbound slow lane will be closed when travelling north via the Newcastle on-ramp however the on-ramp will remain open.

Class 1 vehicles operating under permit should avoid travel if possible, or contact the site prior to arrival on 0461 334 634.

Class 2 and 3 vehicles operating under permit must remain on an approved route and can utilise the temporary U-turn Bay provided to continue their journey.

Alternate travel options for heavy vehicles including Oversize Overmass operating under notice include:

·         using Newcastle Link Road and Inner City Bypass and straight over Hexham Bridge if coming from the southern direction, and

·         if travelling from the Hunter Expressway, continue along the Hunter Expressway onto Newcastle Link Road and head over Hexham Bridge.

For the latest traffic information, visit www.livetraffic.com, download the Live Traffic NSW app or call 132 701.