Public
The Ministry of Works and Transport (MOWT) wishes to advise the general public that there will be a temporary closure of the roadway along the S.S. Erin Road between 16.40 km to 17.00km mark (in the vicinity of LP #308), Syne Village, Siparia.
This is due to the rapid failure of the roadway, caused by inclement weather. This adverse weather has continued to exacerbate the pre-existing condition and presently, approximately 85% of the road width is affected, making that section of the roadway hazardous to the road users.
Motorists are advised to please proceed with extreme caution and observe all directional signs and barriers.
1. Motorists coming from Siparia are advised to take a right onto Gonzales Br. Trace, whereby they would follow that road until they reach Gonzales Trace, which exits onto the SS. Erin road, by taking a right turn.
2. Motorists traversing along S.S Erin road heading towards Siparia are advised to take a left onto Gonzales Trace, whereby they would follow that road until they reach Gonzales Br. Trace, which exits onto the SS. Erin road, by taking a left turn.
Temporary roadworks were undertaken on August 10, 2021, to maintain single lane access along the roadway with interim work to stabilize the failed embankment and to restore the roadway planned from August 18, 2021. Following today’s heavy rainfall, these works will be accelerated to commence on August 16, 2021. Following this, geotechnical investigations will be completed in order to determine the permanent solution and to fully restore the roadway.
The Ministry of Works and Transport regrets any inconvenience caused and thanks the public for its cooperation. For further information, please visit the Ministry’s website (www.mowt.gov.tt) or call Highways Division at 625-4671.
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