Remedial work commences on $75.8M Good Success-to-Timehri Road

Contractor, China Road and Bridge Corporation (CRBC) has commenced emergency maintenance works on the highly anticipated US$75.8 million East Bank Demerara (EBD) Road improvement project, spanning from Good Success to Timehri.

An advisory issued by the Public Works Ministry has indicated that the three-day exercise will rectify existing deficiencies along the Good Success to Timehri road.
The scope of work includes paving, drainage, and installation of street lights and signs, among others.
To facilitate this whilst minimizing disruption to traffic flow, repairs may be conducted during nighttime hours and will be monitored closely by the consulting engineers from Sheladia Associates Inc.
The East Bank Demerara (EBD) Road improvement project spans 24 kilometres. The full design for the road was recently completed and citizens in the area can expect works to commence shortly.
The project is aimed at supporting climate-resilient infrastructure development and marks the first of its kind to be funded by the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) in Guyana.
According to the Public Works Ministry, the project has been divided into three sections to ensure it remains on schedule with minimal disruption to commuters.
Section A covers the stretch from Good Success, beginning at the Ganga Temple, to Supply, while Section B extends from Supply to the Soesdyke Junction. Section C continues from the Soesdyke Junction to the Timehri Junction, near the Timehri Police Station.
A notable feature of the project is the integration with the Soesdyke/Linden Highway through the construction of a roundabout, designed to facilitate smoother traffic transitions.
The project entails the rehabilitation of 24 kilometres of road, alongside the reconstruction and widening of over 58 bridges and culverts.
The roadway will be upgraded to a two-lane highway, complete with enhanced safety features such as sidewalks and cycle lanes to cater to vulnerable road users, including pedestrians and cyclists.
Additionally, thermoplastic road markings, LED street lighting, and traffic signs will be installed to enhance safety and navigation along the carriageway.
To manage the flow of traffic during the construction period, a comprehensive traffic management plan has been developed. Construction will begin in Section B, where there is sufficient space to accommodate ongoing work without severe traffic disruption.
During that time, at least one lane of traffic will remain open at all times, with efforts to maintain two lanes wherever possible. Construction activities will be confined to one side of the roadway at a time to further mitigate traffic issues.
Stakeholders and road users will remain informed through the RESOLV 75 app, which will provide real-time updates on the project activities.
Additionally, the Guyana Police Force (GPF) will also be mobilised to maintain order and ensure a steady flow of traffic throughout the construction period.
When completed the road will alleviate traffic congestion and facilitate vital routes for efficient transportation.