The newly reconstructed R71 million Blundell Road Bridge. The project restores a vital transport link between Shallcross and Queensburgh that was destroyed during the 2022 floods.
The official reopening of the new R71 million Blundell Road Bridge should be viewed as part of a broader vision for the development of Shallcross and connecting suburbs, former ANC councillor Previn Vedan said.
The bridge suffered extensive damage in the April 2022 Durban floods and had to be rebuilt.
The eThekwini Municipality stated that the upgraded infrastructure includes approximately 450 metres of newly constructed roadway. The bridge is 90 metres long and 14 metres wide, accommodating two full traffic lanes and dedicated pedestrian walkways.
The municipality stated that the previous crossing had significant limitations; it was narrow, lacked pedestrian facilities and modern safety features, and was highly vulnerable to flooding.
