A temporary speed limit and road reopening measures are being implemented to ensure the safety and efficiency of traffic flow on Hughes Line during ongoing roadworks on State Highway 2 (SH2).
Northbound Closure remains in Force; Southbound Only Reopening
The East Taratahi – Cornwall section of Hughes Line will reopen for southbound traffic only, starting from Tuesday 6 June. This section will remain open exclusively for southbound traffic until Waka Kotahi completes its works on State Highway 2.
Temporary Signage and Priority Traffic Measures
Waka Kotahi will remove the 100 km/hr sign at the start of the road section. Temporary signage indicating a speed limit of 70 km/hr will be installed for the reopening of the northern section. Priority traffic signs, such as one-lane bridge indicators, will also be placed at the culverts, giving priority to southbound traffic.
Ongoing Monitoring and Potential Road Closures
Council will closely monitor the situation to ensure public safety. For updates, please visit our website at cdc.govt.nz or follow us on Facebook. For further inquiries or assistance, please contact CDC at servicerequests@cdc.govt.nz or 06 379 4030.
UPDATE: Hughes Line [East Taratahi Rd to Cornwall Rd] remains closed for repairs, Friday 26 May
- What’s happening: Temporary closure of Hughes Line between East Taratahi Rd and Cornwall Rd for repairs. The road has reopened between Francis Line and East Taratahi Road.
- When: Tuesday 23 May
- Duration: Two days [weather dependent]
Repairs of Hughes Line in Carterton are ongoing,
The stretch of the road between East Taratahi Rd and Cornwall Rd has now reopened.
Hughes Line between East Taratahi Rd and Cornwall Rd is closed. Only residents will be able to access the road until further notice.
For updates, please visit this website, or follow us on facebook.com/cartertondistrictcouncil.
For further inquiries or assistance, please contact CDC at info@cdc.govt.nz or 06 379 4030.
We appreciate your cooperation and understanding as we work to improve the safety and functionality of Hughes Line. Thank you for your support.
UPDATE: Hughes Line [Francis Line to East Taratahi Rd] to close for urgent repairs, 8am Tuesday 23 May
- What’s happening: Temporary closure of Hughes Line between Francis Line and East Taratahi Road for repairs
- When: Tuesday 23 May
- Duration: Two days [weather dependent]
Hughes Line, between Francis Line and East Taratahi Road, will be closed for urgent repairs, starting from Tuesday 23 May.
That part of Hughes Line will be open to residents only while the repairs are underway. The road will be closed to all other traffic during the works.
The work will take about two days, weather dependent.
The repairs will focus on reinstating the gravel shoulder and, where possible, addressing other maintenance issues caused by the increase in traffic volumes on Hughes Line.
It follows the work completed on the East Taratahi to Cornwall Rd section, now completed. That section of road will be open from 8am, Tuesday 23 May.
Residents and businesses within the affected area will still have access to their properties, although minor delays may occur due to ongoing construction activities. We kindly request your understanding and patience during this period.
We apologise for any inconvenience caused and appreciate your cooperation during this necessary maintenance period.
Road users should use alternative routes whenever possible during the week.
We understand that road closures can cause inconveniences, and we assure you that our team will work diligently to complete the repairs as quickly and efficiently as possible. CDC will lift the closure upon the successful completion of the repairs.
For updates, please visit this website, or follow us on facebook.com/cartertondistrictcouncil.
For further inquiries or assistance, please contact CDC at info@cdc.govt.nz or 06 379 4030.
We appreciate your cooperation and understanding as we work to improve the safety and functionality of Hughes Line. Thank you for your support.
Temporary road closure on Hughes Line for urgent repairs, starting Friday 19 May
Carterton District Council [CDC] is announcing a temporary road closure on Hughes Line, between East Taratahi and Cornwall Roads, for urgent repairs, starting from Friday 19 May.
Hughes Line will be open to residents only while the repairs are underway. The road will be closed to all other traffic during the works, which are expected to last for one week, depending on the weather.
The repairs will focus on reinstating the gravel shoulder and, where possible, addressing other maintenance issues caused by the increase in traffic volumes on Hughes Line.
Residents and businesses within the affected area will still have access to their properties, although minor delays may occur due to ongoing construction activities. We kindly request your understanding and patience during this period.
We apologise for any inconvenience caused and appreciate your cooperation during this necessary maintenance period.
Road users should use alternative routes whenever possible during the week.
We understand that road closures can cause inconveniences, and we assure you that our team will work diligently to complete the repairs as quickly and efficiently as possible. CDC will lift the closure upon the successful completion of the repairs.
For updates, please visit this website, or follow us on facebook.com/cartertondistrictcouncil.
For further inquiries or assistance, please contact CDC at info@cdc.govt.nz or 06 379 4030.
We appreciate your cooperation and understanding as we work to improve the safety and functionality of Hughes Line. Thank you for your support.