Diepsloot pedestrian bridge project, South Africa

8th September 2017

By: Sheila Barradas

Creamer Media Research Coordinator & Senior Deputy Editor

     

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Name of the Project
Diepsloot pedestrian bridge project.

Location
The bridge will cross the Jukskei river, in Diepsloot, Gauteng, South Africa.

Client
Johannesburg Roads Agency (JRA).

Project Description
The project involves the construction of a pedestrian bridge to safeguard residents crossing the Jukskei river during flooding.

The bridge will link Diepsloot’s Extension 1 to Extension 2.

The erection of the bridge forms part of the City of Johannesburg’s commitment to improve public safety and stormwater management, as well as mitigate the impact of urban and residential flooding.

The project has been accelerated for construction as part of the JRA’s 2017/18 infrastructural projects.

Jobs to Be Created
The Diepsloot community will also benefit from the construction contract, which requires a percentage of local labour participation.

Labour contracted for the duration of the project will be provided with skilled and semiskilled work opportunities and training.

Value
R16.4-million.

Duration
The project is expected to be completed in July 2018.

Latest Developments
A contractor has been appointed and a public briefing was held on June 17 to keep the community abreast of developments.

Key Contracts and Suppliers
None stated.

On Budget and on Time?
Not stated.

Contact Details for Project Information
JRA operations manager: marketing and communications Bertha Peters-Scheepers, tel +27 11 298 5023 or 
email scheepers@jra.org.za.

Edited by Martin Zhuwakinyu
Creamer Media Senior Deputy Editor

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