20 Jun 2018

Delays expected on SH8A bridge for next fortnight

9:03 pm on 20 June 2018

Motorists driving between Wanaka and Tarras may experience delays on State Highway 8A for the next fortnight.

Luggate Bridge on State Highway 8A.

Luggate Bridge on State Highway 8A. Photo: Google Maps

The NZTA confirmed the 102-year-old Luggate Bridge will undergo annual maintenance work from Monday.

The bridge will be closed between 9am and 5pm on Monday.

A detour will be in place between 7pm and 6am in the morning.

NZTA senior network manager John Jarvis said the work would include replacing timber running boards and deck strengthening.

Motorists will be re-directed with temporary signage via Camp Hill Road.

The bridge will close on 9 July to remove scaffolding.