Clarence Valley Council’s Civil Services team have completed an overhaul of one of its longest and most popular shared user paths.
A new bitumen seal now blankets the 3.8km stretch of footpath from Ryan Street, South Grafton out to Rogan Bridge Road, Waterview Heights.
“This important link between South Grafton and Waterview Heights has had a facelift,” Council’s Road Safety Officer Alana Brooks said.
“The path has been repaired, widened in sections and resealed, so it is even more suitable for users through improved safety and accessibility.
“We’ve also repaired drainage issues that were causing frequent inundation and damage to the pathway.”
Council received funding for the reseal from Transport for NSW in response to community requests to upgrade the path which was installed about 30 years ago.
While persistent wet weather meant the overall project was spread over several months, the works took about two weeks of time on the ground to complete.
Completed on 29 June and just in time for those inspired by the Tour de France, the smooth ride is now reopened for cyclists, runners, walkers and scooters alike.
“This project fulfils societal and infrastructure objectives within our Community Strategic Plan – Clarence 2032,” Manager Strategic Infrastructure Greg Allsopp said.
“It maintains part of our diverse infrastructure base to serve the needs of the community, and as an active transport connection route between South Grafton and Waterview Heights, it promotes safe and healthy activities in harmony with the natural environment.”
Council has already secured TfNSW funding for its next project – resealing the footpath in Barnier Park, Junction Hill, which is part of the Grafton Parkrun course held every Saturday morning.