SH10 Kāeo Bridge upgrade

15 December 2023

Kia ora koutou,

Heading into summer and longer daylight hours, it’s full steam ahead at Kāeo Bridge with the project nearing completion.

Crew installing the kerb and channel on the new bridge

Bridge construction update

The last span (section) on the Kāeo side has now had its concrete poured, while kerbing and guardrails are being installed during December. Streetlights have also been installed. The asphalt is due to be applied to the bridge deck in January. 

Over the Christmas holiday period the traffic lights will be relocated close to the old bridge. This is to accommodate extra traffic and reduce wait time as the new bridge won't be open to traffic before the holiday period.

We don’t want to rush the job and compromise either health and safety or quality. We expect to have one lane of traffic on the new bridge by February. This is to allow the next phase of the project, which is the Whangaroa Road tie ins and decommissioning of the old bridge. 

Roundabout construction

Construction will begin on the roundabout from 8 January. This will be done in two sections, with each section taking around 2 weeks to build. The traffic layout will change to accommodate each section, so vehicles are moved away from work areas. Please take care following these layout changes and follow any signage.

The new road approaching the bridge from the north side being formed.

Pavement works

There is still the final layer of asphalt to be applied on the Kāeo side, this is like the ‘icing’ which provides a smooth ride. Work on the new roads and approaches to the bridge will continue until the end of February, with some minor layout changes during this time. We ask for your patience and request everyone follows the directional signage as we work through these final, critical stages.

More information

If you have any concerns or queries about construction works, please call Mel Norris from Fulton Hogan on 0800 577 623.

Road users can also contact Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency at any time on 0800 44 44 49.

For more information on the SH10 Kaeo Bridge upgrade project, contact us at northlandproject@nzta.govt.nz

Visit our website www.nzta.govt.nz/kaeo-bridge