The Blue Mountains crossing will see $100 million in safety upgrades
Bells Line of Road, a 59km road that runs through the Blue Mountains from North Richmond on the Hawkesbury River to the village of Bell, will undergo a series of safety upgrades to address damage from extreme weather and fire events.
With increasing volumes of traffic using the road, a $100 million contract has been awarded to Civil Consulting and Highway Design to investigate and identify strategic upgrade options.
A range of improvements are being considered, including new overtaking lanes, realigning curves, installing safety barriers and intersection upgrades.
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“The Bells Line of Road is a key link between Lithgow and the Hawkesbury, through the north of the Blue Mountains,” federal minister for infrastructure, transport, regional development and local government Catherine King says.
“As local tourism businesses in Bilpin and surrounding regions boom, the road is getting busier and ensuring it has the necessary safety and resilience improvements is essential.
“The Blue Mountains is one of Australia’s most beloved national parks, so as we proceed, we’ll ensure the future upgrades are designed to minimise heritage and conservation impacts.”