Project purpose
The Western Corridor (SH1) connects the northern and southern Canterbury areas with Christchurch International Airport and runs between Belfast in the north to the large industrial area at Hornby in the south. Most of the traffic on the corridor is heading to the city, or the airport, with less than 15% of the traffic travelling further to the south.
Increased commercial and industrial activity, particularly in Hornby and at the airport, is creating more traffic and congestion at peak times. This project will ensure businesses based outside Christchurch are able to get their goods to and from markets and the Airport. It will reduce congestion and improve safety.
For more information, see the Christchurch Western Corridor website.
Benefits
Congestion will be reduced and travel times shortened from north to to west Christchurch.
Travelling to the Airport from the city will be safer and travel times will be shorter and more reliable.
An estimated 17,000 fewer vehicles per day on Main North Road will improve the safety and quality of life for Belfast residents. The decrease in traffic volumes will make walking and cycling safer and more attractive. Public transport will have greater scope for improvements. Noise and air pollution will also be reduced.
Travelling to the Airport from the city will be safer and travel times will be shorter and more reliable. For more information, see the Christchurch Western Corridor website.
Features
There are several projects that make up the Western Corridor, details of these projects are outlined on the Christchurch Western Corridor website.
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