Pain Before Gain: Falcon St shared user bridge to close for at least three months.

By ANNA USHER

Locals who use the Falcon St shared user bridge will need to detour for at least three months, when the thoroughfare is closed to traffic as part of the Warringah Freeway upgrade.

Transport for NSW have told Mosman Collective that bike users and pedestrians will need to use the path along the northern side of the Falcon Street road bridge to cross the freeway until mid-July 2025.

“From 10pm on Thursday 17 April to 8am on Sunday 20 April 2025, we will set up a crane on the northbound outer freeway lanes to remove a section of the existing bridge on the western side of the freeway at Jeaffreson Jackson Reserve,” a spokesperson said.

“Once removed, we will be able to connect the new shared user bridge with the footpath on Falcon Street.”

How will this affect you?

Detours: Travel times for pedestrians and cyclists may increase
Traffic impact: Some freeway lanes will close over Easter for construction
Safety considerations: Families with young children and vulnerable road users should take extra care when using detour routes

During this time, pedestrians and cyclists will need to use an alternative route via:

• The footpath on the north side of Falcon Street road bridge
• Separated crossings at Ridge Street and Ernest Street
• Other recommended crossings at Ernest Street, Ridge Street, and High Street

Signage and traffic controllers will be in place to assist commuters in navigating the detour.

Key dates + construction works

Friday, 11 April 2025 – bridge closure and detour begins

• The existing shared user bridge will close.
• Detour routes for pedestrians and cyclists will be implemented.

Thursday, 17 April – Sunday, 20 April 2025 – bridge removal and construction works

• A crane will be set up on the northbound freeway lanes to remove part of the old bridge.
• Some freeway lanes will be closed temporarily for safety.

April – July 2025 – final construction phase

• Demolition of the old bridge will be completed.
• New abutments, retaining walls, handrails, and lighting will be installed.
• Concrete for the new bridge path will be poured.

Mid-July 2025 – new bridge opens

• The new Falcon Street pedestrian and cyclist bridge will open for public use.

What is changing?

The new Falcon Street shared user bridge will:

• Be wider and longer, improving capacity for pedestrians and cyclists
• Enhance safety and accessibility
• Include new lighting and privacy features for nearby residents
• Provide a smoother connection for users crossing the freeway

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