Asphalting of SCB Road delayed to fix drainage issues- Hon Rymer
This was disclosed by Minister for Communications and Works Hon Kye M. Rymer (R5) in a statement on Monday, September 23, 2024.
Hon Rymer said the milling of Sea Cows Bay Road was initiated with the intention of resurfacing it with asphalt; however, after thorough review and discussions with the district representative, a critical need to upgrade the drainage system to address the water ponding caused by heavy rainfall, which has been undermining the road’s integrity, was identified.
Culvert & drainage systems ‘inadequate’- Hon Rymer
“The existing culvert and drainage systems in the Sea Cows Bay area are inadequate. The stormwater pipes beneath the road are undersised and prone to blockage. During storms, they fail to manage the stormwater effectively, resulting in backups and ponding on the roadway,” Hon Rymer stated.
Additionally, according to the Works Minister, recent reclamation efforts have obstructed the discharge points of these culverts. To rectify this, Hon Rymer continued, five culvert crossings along Sea Cows Bay Road that require upgrades have been identified. “We will enhance and modify the drainage systems and clear the paths.
“As a result of our commitment to properly address these drainage issues, we have postponed the application of asphalt to the road to facilitate the necessary upgrades. We kindly ask the public to be patient a little longer, as this delay will ultimately lead to a more durable road that will serve the community for years to come,” Hon Rymer stated.
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Have we not waited long enough already?
was it only just now discovered that drainage work has to be done?
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