[YarraBUG-list] [vicbugchat] Fwd: Main Yarra Trail Closure

[YarraBUG Admin]

Hi all,

Update received 5/7 from Parks Victoria about the Main Yarra Trail 
closure, there's no ETA on the trail reopening as of yet,
although we'll inform you ASAP when that occurs, as several thousand 
cyclists will obviously greatly appreciate it


http://parkweb.vic.gov.au/explore/bays-rivers-and-ports/yarra/plans-and-projects/faq

For a route through Cremorne - try this google map from Bicycle Network:
http://goo.gl/maps/5y2d3

Frequently asked questions
Why is the floating section of the Main Yarra Trail being closed?
Parks Victoria is concerned for public safety following a higher than 
normal rate of incidents on the track. Contributing factors to the 
safety risks include ice caused by low overnight temperatures during 
winter and spring, narrow and steep sections and silt building up under 
the floating path which is causing structural integrity issues.

What is Parks Victoria doing to address the safety issues?
Engineers have inspected the structure and are currently reviewing the 
options to address the safety issues on the floating sections of the 
Main Yarra Trail.

How long will access to the Main Yarra Trail be closed?
The length of the closure is dependent on what measures need to be taken 
to resolve the issues and will be determined as part of the review. 
Parks Victoria will advise the public as soon as it is clear when a 
reopening can occur.

Is the whole Main Yarra Trail closed?
Only the floating section between Barkley Avenue, Burnley and Punt Road, 
Richmond is closed.

What alternate route can I take now that the floating section of the 
Main Yarra Trail is closed?
There are many options for an alternate route. Parks Victoria has 
discussed options with City of Yarra and City of Stonnington and 
suggests the following:

City bound Main Yarra Trail users
Detour at MacRobertson Bridge onto the Capital City Trail for 
approximately 4.4km which then connects back onto the Main Yarra Trail 
at Anderson St via Morell Bridge (Anderson St Footbridge).

Out-bound pedestrians and cyclists
Detour at Anderson St onto the Capital City Trail via Morell Bridge 
(Anderson St Footbridge) and connect back onto the Main Yarra Trail via 
MacRobertson Bridge.

View map of alternate route
http://parkweb.vic.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0004/600556/Main-Yarra-Trail-Closure-Map-280613.pdf

Riders are advised to ride with caution and follow directions of 
signage. Additional detour signage is being sourced to help riders and 
pedestrians find their way along the suggested alternate route and will 
be in place shortly.

Is the closure of the floating trail permanent?
No. It is Parks Victoria's intention to reinstate the closed section of 
trail once it is safe.

Why didn't Parks Victoria just install warning signage instead of 
closing the trail?
There is already warning signage about slippery conditions when there is 
ice on site however the combination of several risk factors working 
together has increased safety risks to the public and deemed it 
necessary for Parks Victoria to close the trail.

Will Parks Victoria replace the floating pontoons?
Parks Victoria is currently reviewing all options to find the best 
solution to address the safety issues.

Is the design of the floating infrastructure faulty?
The current structure was installed over 12 years ago and has seen an 
unprecedented increase in cycling traffic since its construction over 
the years. Parks Victoria will review the design requirements for the 
floating section of the Main Yarra Trail as part of the safety review.

Main Yarra Trail closure latest news and background information:
http://parkweb.vic.gov.au/explore/bays-rivers-and-ports/yarra/plans-and-projects


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On 28/06/2013 6:25 PM, Yarra Bicycle Users Group wrote:
>
>
>
> Hi all,
>
> Emergency works on the floating sections of the Main Yarra Trail, 
> please forward this information onto anyone you know who uses this 
> section.
>
> Also posted on fb, twitter & Melb Cyclist with detour map:
>
> https://twitter.com/YarraCouncil/status/350508819010428929
>
> https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=540776682654198
>
> http://www.melbournecyclist.com/forum/topics/heads-up-parks-victoria-closure-of-floating-sections-of-main
>
>
> -------- Original Message --------
> Subject: 	Main Yarra Trail Closure
> Date: 	Fri, 28 Jun 2013 17:51:01 +1000
> From: 	Evans, Ross <Ross.Evans at yarracity.vic.gov.au>
> To: 	Evans, Ross <Ross.Evans at yarracity.vic.gov.au>
>
>
>
> Dear all
>
> It has been brought to Yarra's attention as of yesterday that Parks 
> Victoria will be conducting emergency works to address floating 
> sections of the Main Yarra Trail until further notice between Barkly 
> Avenue and Punt Road from 10pm tonight, 28 June 2013. This temporary 
> closure is due to safety concerns and risks of injury for cyclists.
>
> In the meantime, Parks Victoria in close liaison with Cities of Yarra 
> and Stonnington and Bicycle Network Victoria will install detour VMS 
> and static signage to notify riders of the following alternative routes:
>
> ·City bound Main Yarra Trail users can detour at MacRobertson Bridge 
> onto the Capital City Trail for approximately 4.4km which then 
> connects back onto the Main Yarra Trail at Anderson St via Morell 
> Bridge (Anderson St Footbridge).
>
> ·City bound Main Yarra Trail users can detour at Gibdon Street 
> (underneath CityLink overpass) onto Barkly Av, Mary St, Cotter St, 
> Balmain St, Gough St and across Harcourt Parade which then connects 
> back onto the Main Yarra Trail.
>
> ·Out-bound pedestrians and cyclists can detour at Anderson St onto the 
> Capital City Trail via Morell Bridge (Anderson St Footbridge) and 
> connect back onto the Main Yarra Trail via MacRobertson Bridge.
>
> You can view these alternative routes here: http://goo.gl/maps/NuFbD
>
> Parks Victoria will provide us a further update early next week 
> regarding this temporary closure so we can share this information to 
> all concerned parties as soon as possible.
>
> If you would like to know more about this proposed emergency works, 
> please feel free to contact Parks Victoria Communications Team on 
> 9695-9058.
>
> Regards
>
> Ross
>
>
>
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