Curtis Road Level Crossing Removal

Curtis Road Level Crossing Removal

We are removing the Curtis Road level crossing to improve safety and reduce congestion - helping to get people home faster and safer.

No more waiting at busy boom gates.
Improved liveability.
Less time waiting in peak hour traffic.
Making your journey safer and more reliable.

Fast facts

Status

In planning.

Location

Curtis Road, Munno Para.

Funding

$250 milllion jointly funded (50:50) by the Australian and South Australian governments.

What's happening

Since announcing in mid-2025 the level crossing would be removed, we’ve completed extensive planning to determine the best way to remove the crossing. This work has confirmed a dual lane road overpass, that is aligned to the north of Curtis Road, is the most suitable solution. Now the design has been confirmed, we are seeking local insights to inform the detailed design process.

A range of options were explored to remove the level crossing including an underpass and a rail overpass.

An underpass is unsuitable for this location due to the area’s flat landscape and associated flood risk.

Compared to a rail overpass, the planned road overpass will:

  • have the shortest construction time;
  • allow Curtis Road to remain open for the duration of construction;
  • have less impact on the Gawler rail line (which would require an extended closure for the rail overpass option);
  • have minimal impacts on stormwater and the newly installed water mains for new housing development; and
  • provide urban realm opportunities through community space and landscaping under the new structure.

    Key features

    Key features include:

    • a new dual lane road overpass over the Gawler Rail line connecting Curtis Road;
    • new community space, connections and other open space under the road overpass;
    • opportunities for landscaping and urban realm improvements;
    • new wombat crossings providing safer crossing points for shared use paths;
    • shared use paths on either side of the overpass; and
    • new shared use path connections linking the Gawler Greenway and Smithfield and Munno Para stations.

    Benefits

    Removing the Curtis Road level crossing will:

    • make journeys safer and more reliable for everyone;
    • improve safety for local residents, motorists, pedestrians and cyclists;
    • eliminate waiting times at busy boom gates;
    • provide better connectivity for general traffic, public transport, and cycling between district centres;
    • improve travel time reliability and time spent waiting in traffic; and
    • provide smoother and safer trips for all road users.

    Timeline

    Design

    Will continue throughout 2026

    Construction underway

    Anticipate starting approximately late-2027

    Open to traffic

    Anticipate 2030

    About the project

    Approximately 21,000 vehicles (including commercial vehicles) travel through the Curtis Road level crossing every day.

    During peak periods the boom gates can be down for up to 15 minutes.

    Motorists currently experience congestion and variable travel times, particularly during these busy periods.

    Congestion at these crossings causes significant delays, increased traffic through local streets and an increase in potential accidents as drivers take more risks.

        Project background

        The northern regions of Adelaide are projected to be our fastest growing in the next 30 years, accounting for 40% of Greater Adelaide’s projected population growth. Significant growth like this needs investment in infrastructure, particularly for important links like Curtis Road. It provides a vital connection between east and west and towards the North-South Corridor.

        These works will support the significant growth in the region. Access from residential areas to the Northern Expressway and Main North Road is essential for people to access employment, education and recreational services.

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