Persistent flooding over Healesville-Yarra Glen Road will be cleared with the installation of a new drainage culvert.
State Liberal Member for Eildon, Cindy McLeish raised concerns about the Healesville-Yarra Glen Road near the Tarrawarra Estate with the government after so many residents complained about road flooding, seemingly every time it rained heavily.
Ms McLeish said, “The drains are badly blocked with debris and sediment washed away from the roadsides, causing the road to quickly flood when it rains – which has been very often lately.”
“The flood water covers at least half to two-thirds of the road. This is a serious danger to drivers, especially with the recent floods, and needs to be cleared.”
The Minister responded to Ms McLeish’s concerns saying, “the drainage culvert under the road has deteriorated and needs to be changed.”
The Department of Transport have been erecting warning signs for motorists and undertaking routine maintenance repairs until normal conditions can be restored.
Ms McLeish continues, “Replacing the culvert must be made a priority to improve safety for drivers and prevent further damage being done to the surrounding area and the road.”
“Healesville-Yarra Glen Road is a busy main road and carries all manner of vehicles. It is important to keep this road safe and accessible for motorists,” Mc McLeish concludes.
