The M4 pedestrian ramps at Jamisontown that cross the Nepean River are set for an upgrade.
The ramps, dating from the bridge’s duplication in 1986, will be realigned and widened, making it easier and safer for people to access the footpath across the river, while improving the amenity for walkers connecting Tench Reserve and across the river along River Road, Emu Plains.
Key to the upgrade, the four pedestrian ramps to the bridge crossing the Nepean River will be built at an easier grade to bring them into line with current disability access standards. They will be realigned and reconstructed to minimise visual impacts. To ease the gradient, it is proposed to increase the ramp lengths within the existing area on the side of the M4 motorway.
“I am proud to announce, after advocating on behalf of Penrith for upgraded M4 pedestrian ramps, Penrith’s cries for accessibility have finally been heard,” Penrith MP Karen McKeown said.
“This is a much needed project for the community with the current ramps too steep and narrow for people in wheelchairs, with prams and generally to safely navigate.”
As part of the process, the community is invited to have their say into the design of the new ramps and associated upgrades including improved lighting, signage and line marking.
Feedback is being sought through to September 20, 2024 and can be lodged via [email protected].
For more information about the project, go to http://www.transport.nsw.gov.au/M4Penrithpedrampupgrade.
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