The NZ Transport Agency is upgrading the intersection of SH44 at the Moturoa shops to improve safety for all users.
The intersection of SH44 at the Moturoa shops has poor visibility and its layout can be confusing for users. In the past 5 years there has been 1 serious injury crash, 1 minor injury crash, and 10 non-injury crashes reported. We are upgrading the intersection to improve the operation and safety for all users.
SH44 is the key freight route connecting the Port to the wider Taranaki region and beyond, with associated economic implications.
The SH44 intersection at the Moturoa shops serves a range of users and functions, including local traffic, public transport and cyclists, as well as being a local shopping village with associated parking and pedestrian needs.
To address these issues, we have proposed six different options to upgrade the intersection. Please view the displays here [PDF, 1.8 MB] and send us your feedback.
We will consider your feedback and work with our stakeholders and partners, such as the New Plymouth District Council, to determine the best way forward.
Construction of the preferred option should start during the 2017–18 summer.