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Temporary Road Closure Of N3 Westville To Paradise Valley For Demolition Of Langford Road Bridge

*The temporary road closures will take place as follows*

• N3 full closure (both directions) between St James Avenue and the M7 Farningham Ridge Interchange from 16:30 on Saturday, 23 August 2025 to 05:00 on Monday, 25 August 2025

A temporary steel bridge will be constructed near the current Langford Road bridge to accommodate pedestrians until the new bridge is complete

As required for the safety of both road users and the construction team, full traffic accommodation plans are in place.

*Closure Locations*

N3 Eastbound (South) Closures (Pietermaritzburg to Durban)

• The full closure of the N3 will take place at the M7 Farningham Ridge Interchange. Heavy vehicles traveling South are encouraged to make use of the M7. Heavy vehicles traveling East and North are encouraged to make use of the M19. The M13 (King Cetshwayo Highway) is available for light vehicles traveling East

• The M13 Ramp onto the N3 Eastbound at Paradise Valley Interchange will also be closed
N3 Westbound (North) Bound Closures (Durban to Pinetown)

• The full closure will take place at the Ext 13 at St James Avenue, where N3 west bound traffic will be diverted onto St James Avenue and Harry Gwala Road as the final point of diversion for traffic.

• There will be full closure of the on ramp onto the N3 from Harry Gwala Road and traffic will be diverted onto St James Ave to join the M13.

Trucks and heavy vehicles are advised to try and delay trips over this period or find suitable staging areas to avoid major congestion.

Public transport operators are asked to ensure their drivers are aware of route closures and alternatives affecting their commuter routes.

Light vehicle traffic, as well as emergency services and traffic management are advised to make use of alternative routing.

SANRAL apologises for any inconvenience caused and appreciates the public’s patience during the ongoing major road enhancements

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