Transport SA undertakes many minor projects every year. Those projects may include any combination of the following types. For information or comments about a particular project please email us.

Roundabouts

Project objectives

• reduce the number of accidents by installing roundabouts in order to improve the operation of the intersection
• improve the operation of the intersection

Pedestrian access crossings

Project objectives

• provide a safer means for pedestrians to cross whilst minimising delays to traffic

Turning lanes

Project objectives

• improve traffic flow and reduce the frequency of rear end crashes
• allow easy turning access for motorists

Overtaking lanes

Project objectives

• lessen traffic congestion caused by slower vehicles
• increase safety through reduced driver frustration

Road widening

Project objectives

• widen pavement around the inside of curves and over sharp crests curve road section to allow errant vehicles to return to the trafficked lane
• undertake roadside drainage improvements to reduce hazardous roadside dropoffs to culvert inlets/outlets and side drains
• install safety barriers at locations deemed hazardous for vehicles leaving the road
• provide a sealed shoulder that acts as a recovery zone from which errant vehicles can safely return to the trafficked lane
• improve road alignment and traffic lane widths
• modify intersections to address sight distance
• upgrade line marking and guide posts

Dredging

Project objectives

• maintain well defined harbours to the declared depth
• monitoring and managing environmental impacts of marine access. To minimise the environmental effects of operations relating to the marine access
• manage the sand bypassing process for the Coast Protection Board

Undergrounding of powerlines

Project objectives

• underground powerlines along major roads in metropolitan Adelaide
• increase road safety by removing Stobie Poles
• remove unsightly concrete poles and replace with trees
• involve Power Line Environment Committee (PLEC), Councils and Transport SA
• the program also provides additional benefits such as tree planting and other street scaping and improved lighting

General upgrade

Project objectives

• improve services, bus stop facilities street lighting
• improve drainage facilities to manage run off of storm water
• improve safety for road users and pedestrians

Painted medians

Project objectives

• reduce the frequency of accidents
• improve traffic flow by reducing obstructions such as cars turning
• ensure the safety of cyclists and pedestrians
• prevent drivers using backstreets as a thoroughfare to avoid traffic lights