We have been reconstructing the South Road underpass and the River Torrens Linear Park (RTLP) path adjacent the Hindmarsh Cemetery.

The project involves the re-construction of 250m of the path from under South Road up to the intersection of River Street and Adam Street, Hindmarsh. The old RTLP path will be replaced with a widened shared use path formed by a suspended structure on the side of the River Torrens embankment, significantly improving access and safety for pedestrians and cyclists along the path.

There have been many challenges to deliver this project with difficult site access, ensuring the sensitive water body and significant trees remain protected and ensuring all heritage requirements (working adjacent the cemetery) are met. Construction is progressing well with all piling and structural works completed as planned in October.

Construction of the handrail, balustrading, lighting and recycled decking will continue through till the end of the year, with the underpass on track to open prior to Christmas and the full path on track to be open for use from pedestrians and cyclists in February.