Midland Highway-Central Avenue roundabout
Planned
This roundabout is being constructed as part of the Australian Government and Victorian Government joint investment in the Road Safety Program.
Overview
Roundabouts are one of the safest types of intersections because they slow traffic to safe speeds and direct traffic flow in the one direction.
With increasing volumes of traffic on the Midland Highway, this roundabout will improve safety at the intersection for all road users by:
- reducing congestion and improving traffic flow
- providing safer turning opportunities
- encouraging drivers to slow down
- improving the visibility of the intersection and installing new lighting
Details
Construction is expected to begin in September 2024 and take approximately 10 months to complete, weather permitting.
During construction there will be changes in traffic conditions on the Midland Highway and Central Avenue. We will update this webpage with more information regarding disruptions as the project progresses.
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Background
Shepparton is a major regional transport hub with increasing numbers of heavy vehicles travelling through the area to service growing regional and metropolitan populations. On average, 4,500 vehicles use the Midland Highway each day, approximately 15% of which are heavy vehicles.
At the intersection of Central Avenue and Midland Highway, the proximity of local industrial areas is increasing the number of heavy vehicles using this intersection to access the Midland Highway or the Shepparton Alternative Route.
In the five-year period between July 2015 to June 2020, there were four crashes at this intersection resulting in serious injuries.
The upgrade of this intersection will provide a safer connection for road users travelling between Shepparton, Benalla and Wangaratta.
Get in touch
Email: [email protected]
Call: 133 778