A pre-feasibility study has been completed for the construction of a new Harbour Bridge which would assist greatly in the reduction of traffic congestion in that area of the East Bank corridor.
According to Demerara Harbour Bridge (DHB) General Manager Rolston Adams, a general study was conducted which looked at all the different types of bridges that could be constructed, but government is looking to build a fixed structure.
“We have looked at locations, one being the existing location where the bridge is, or at New Hope on the East Bank of Demerara and that is behind Patentia, and the third site is at Versailles in Houston,” Adams disclosed.
He explained that suggestions in relation to the study were given to a consultant and feedback should be available by month-end.
This report will then be handed over to Public Works Minister Robeson Benn after which it will be sent to Cabinet for approval.
