What Adelaide roads do to your wheels...

This was not from one single impact, but continuous impacts from:
- service covers
- pot holes
- poor road surface conditions

Fwd: Hazard. Stormwater cover. Again

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Date: 2009/4/7
Subject: Hazard. Stormwater cover. Again
To: mail@holdfast.sa.gov.au


Cnr Jetty rd and Brighton rd glenelg. The cover has collapsed again.

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Fwd: Hazard. Birdwood Tce

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From: <roadrepair@gmail.com>
Date: 2009/3/16
Subject: Hazard. Birdwood Tce
To: csu@wtcc.sa.gov.au


Another new hole. Corner Birdwood Close

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Fwd: Hazard. 31 Seaford rd

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From: <roadrepair@gmail.com>
Date: 2009/3/8
Subject: Hazard. 31 Seaford rd
To: mail@holdfast.sa.gov.au, roadrepair@gmail.com


Please advise me if you pass this on to United Water.

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Fwd: Hazard. Jetty Rd Glenelg

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From: <roadrepair@gmail.com>
Date: 2009/3/7
Subject: Hazard. Jetty Rd Glenelg
To: mail@holdfast.sa.gov.au, roadrepair@gmail.com


Stormwater cover. AGAIN! Corner brighton Rd.

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Fwd: Hazard. Birdwood tce

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From: <roadrepair@gmail.com>
Date: 2009/3/7
Subject: Hazard. Birdwood tce
To: csu@wtcc.sa.gov.au, roadrepair@gmail.com


Birdwood Tce. Corner Birdwood Close.

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Fwd: Hazard. 33 Scarborough

Date: 2009/2/24
Subject: Hazard. 33 Scarborough
To: mail@holdfast.sa.gov.au

Photo attached

Hazard - Jetty Rd-Brighton Rd StormWater cover (AGAIN)

To mail@holdfast.sa.gov.au

 

The stormwater drain cover on the corner of Brighton and Jetty Rds Glenelg is dislodged (AGAIN).

 

See record of previous reports at

http://roadrepair.blogspot.com/search/label/Location%20-%20Jetty%20Rd%20Stormdrain

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Administrator
www.roadrepair.wikispaces.com

Anzac Highway - SIP - 445 - East of Morphett

Rechecking before contacting United Water
(Phone 8207 1300 )

Phoned 21 Feb 2009 Job number w1069249

Hazards - Anzac Highway bicycle lane - West of Beckman St

http://roadrepair.blogspot.com/2008/11/anzac-highway-bike-lane-west-of-beckman.html

Hello
(mail@holdfast.sa.gov.au and mitcham@mitchamcouncil.sa.gov.au)

[21 Feb 2009 - This email was also sent to Mitcham, however also sent to West Torrens citymgr@wtcc.sa.gov.au as it is also in their council area]

The link above is to photos of the Anzac Highway bicycle lane between Beckman and Brighton Roads.

These hazards were reported to the Department of Transport on 18 Nov 2008 (1800 018 313 road and traffic light report hotline), however they indicated that the kerb issues (and the edge of the bitumen to the kerb) are councils responsibilities. (Note: I sent an email to the wrong council at the time and no response was given to allert me to the mistake)

Recently a cyclist fell on this stretch of road, requiring an ambulance to attend. I do not have any information to the cause or circumstances regarding the accident.

Please have the hazards along Anzac Highway (and connecting side-roads) removed to prevent a cyclist injury or accident.

The hazards vary, from cracks in the concrete, to square edge to the bitumen (or ruts) that with 'catch' and bike tyre and throw the cyclist into the roadway.Many hazards are near, or at intersections with side roads, adding a further hazard to a cyclist who is both signalling and observing traffic while negotiating the turn.

In addition to the risk of impact with the road surface irregularities, there is a risk of collision from passing vehicles not expecting a cyclist to change position on the road to avoid impact.

Please contact me to advise the progress councils will be making to remove these hazards.


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Administrator
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Fwd: Hazard. Downing St

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Date: Sun, Feb 8, 2009 at 4:00 AM
Subject: Hazard. Downing St
To: mail@holdfast.sa.gov.au,


North side. Near Esplanade

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Fwd: Hazard. 26C Hulbert St

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Date: Jan 24, 2009 8:20 PM
Subject: Hazard. 26C Hulbert St
To: mail@holdfast.sa.gov.au

<Picture attached>

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Fwd: Stormwater cover. Jetty Rd

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Date: Jan 24, 2009 2:38 AM
Subject: Stormwater cover. Jetty Rd
To: mail@holdfast.sa.gov.au

48 hours later...

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Fwd: Hazard - Anzac Highway 6090da

To csu@wtcc.sa.gov.au

 

Reported 19 Nov 2008, I have not received a reply.

 

After my report, the hazard was painted yellow, but no other action made to remove the hazard.

 

The original report (19 Nov) used an image taken from Google Street, indicating the hazard has been there for a long time.

 

Please advise when this hazard will be removed.

 

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From: Road Repair Australia <roadrepair@gmail.com>
Date: Nov 19, 2008 4:39 PM
Subject: Hazard - Anzac Highway 6090da
To: csu@wtcc.sa.gov.au

 

Hello

 

Please find attached a broken kerb that is dangerous for cyclist.

 

It is on ANzac Highway, just east of Cross road (heading West)
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Stormwater cover - Jetty and Brighton Rds

To mail@holdfast.sa.gov.au

 

The attached photos show the replacement steel cover with very dodgy welding.

 

This is a "bogus" repair with poor welding.

 

This cover will not prevent a re-occurrence of the problem (collapsing) as the welds are inadequate.

(see reports posted at http://roadrepair.blogspot.com/search/label/Location%20-%20Jetty%20Rd%20Stormdrain)

Regards

Administrator
www.roadrepair.wikispaces.com

Excellent fill at kerb repair site

To mail@holdfast.sa.gov.au

This is an excellent example of correct fill after kerb repairs and before the bitumen is reinstated.

The hazard to cyclists is reduced because:
- The surface of the fill is compacted well and narrow bike tyres do not sink into the gravel
- The fill height is level to the edge of the bitumen and is also well compacted at the edge
- There is minimal loose gravel in the gutter or on the road

The delay to have the bitumen reinstated here has been lengthy, but the hazard has been minimised with the effort made when filling and compacting the area.

The area may require some maintenance in patches in the event of rain or further delays to reinstate the bitumen, however deterioration will be slower.

Please pass on my thanks to the staff or contractors. I am sure all cyclists are greatful.

 

Regards

Administrator
www.roadrepair.wikispaces.com

Fwd: Road Hazard Anzac Highway - 8045da

To Holdfast Council

mail@holdfast.sa.gov.au

 

Please see below an email regarding the hazard on the corner of Grove and Anzac Hwy.

 

This is a Telstra pit, but the surface around it has also subsided.

 

See the previous report to Ben Wright and anthony.j.wallis@team.telstra.com

http://roadrepair.blogspot.com/search/label/e%20-%20Telstra

 

I am happy to chase up Telstra if you can provide me the contact details

 

Regards

 

Administrator

 

Road Repair Australia

 

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From: <WITHHELD>

Date: Thu, Jan 15, 2009 at 11:44 AM
Subject: Road Hazard Anzac Highway - 8045da
To: roadrepair@gmail.com


Dear Sir / Madam, 

I use the Westside Bikeway regularly and noticed yesterday [14-1-09] that the frame has returned on the corner of Anzac Hwy and Grove St.

Last year [2008] a similar frame stood in that same location for many  weeks before it finally disappeared although no repairs had been  undertaken.

Unless repairs can be undertaken in a timely manner I think  the frame represents more of a hazard to the community than the Telstra pit or the uneven footpath !

Yesterday the frame had fallen over and was obstructing the footpath in a manner potentially dangerous to the unsuspecting footpath / bikeway users.

Please see the attachment which you may use for any related purpose but please do not forward my e-mail address etc to any other recipients without my permission.

I hope this information / photo is useful feedback for you and helps you with your commendable work.

Yours sincerely,

                                 NAME WITHHELD BY REQUEST.

Fwd: Hazard. Stormwater cover Cnr JettyBrighton Glenelg

The cover is now dislodged (Again)

 

Council advised (Again)

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Date: Tue, Jan 20, 2009 at 6:49 AM
Subject: Hazard. Cnr JettyBrighton Glenelg
To: mail@holdfast.sa.gov.au

Rail Crossing - Edwards St 6090cf

Repaired Feb 2009

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Reported to Trans Adelaide (telephoned 8218 2292)


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Fwd: Jetty Brighton rd drain

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Date: Jan 12, 2009 7:22 PM
Subject: Jetty Brighton rd drain
To: mail@holdfast.sa.gov.au

This is not an acceptable repair.


Regards

Administrator
http://www.roadrepair.wikispaces.com/

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After the above email was sent the council made this repair...

Fwd: Hazard. Birdwood Cls - REPEATED

To West Torrens City Council (csu@wtcc.sa.gov.au)

 

Please explain why this pothole has not been fixed.

 

As requested by csu@wtcc.sa.gov.au on 5 Jan i provided additional information on Jan 5.

 

Attached are photos taken 11 Jan 2008

 

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From: Road Repair Australia <roadrepair@gmail.com>
Date: Jan 5, 2009 9:19 AM
Subject: Fwd: Hazard. Birdwood Cls
To: csu@wtcc.sa.gov.au

 

The attached image is a pothole on the road at the corner of Birdwood Cls (Plympton?).

 

It is a hazard to cyclists as it will cause damage to a bicycle, injury from impact, or collision with passing vehicle if changing direction to avoid the hazard.

 

Regards

 

Administrator
www.roadrepair.wikispaces.com

 

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From: <roadrepair@gmail.com>
Date: Mon, Jan 5, 2009 at 5:57 PM
Subject: Hazard. Birdwood Cls
To: csu@wtcc.sa.gov.au
Cc: roadrepair@gmail.com

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Fwd: Hazard - Jetty Rd cover (5th time damaged in 2008)

This was reported again on 5 Jan 2009 (photo attached). 2 more photos taken 10 Jan 2009 attached.

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From: Road Repair Australia <roadrepair@gmail.com>
Date: Nov 24, 2008 8:29 PM
Subject: Hazard - Jetty Rd cover (5th time damaged in 2008)
To: mail@holdfast.sa.gov.au

 

Hello (mail@holdfast.sa.gov.au)

 

Please find attached previous reports and a photo of the modified stormwater drain cover that is now damaged.

 

See all previous correspondance here:

http://roadrepair.blogspot.com/search/label/Location%20-%20Jetty%20Rd%20Stormdrain

 

Regards

Administrator
www.roadrepair.wikispaces.com

 

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From: Road Repair Australia <roadrepair@gmail.com>
Date: Nov 10, 2008 9:36 PM
Subject: Fwd: Returned Hazard - Jetty Rd cover (4th time in 2008)
To: roadrepair.report@blogger.com

 

Hello again

 

Please find attached a photo of the same cover taken tonight. It has been damaged within 24 hours of being repaired.

 

Also attached are the other photos from previous reports.

 

Here is a link to the reports in March, September and November 2008

http://roadrepair.blogspot.com/search/label/Location%20-%20Jetty%20Rd%20Stormdrain

 

Please advise the action the council will take to find a solution to this hazard.

 

Regards

Administrator
www.roadrepair.wikispaces.com

-----Original Message-----
From: roadrepair@gmail.com [mailto:roadrepair@gmail.com]
Sent: Monday, 10 November 2008 1:35 AM
To: mail@holdfast.sa.gov.au
Subject: Hazard

Please see the attached Photo of the hazard at corner of jetty road and
Brighton road.



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Fwd: Hazard. Merriton St Glenelg

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From: roadrepair@gmail.com <roadrepair@gmail.com>
Date: Jan 12, 2009 4:27 AM
Subject: Hazard. Merriton St
To: mail@holdfast.sa.gov.au

Photo attached


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Fwd: Hazard. Neath Ave

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From: roadrepair@gmail.com <roadrepair@gmail.com>
Date: Jan 9, 2009 8:24 PM
Subject: Hazard. Neath Ave
To: mail@holdfast.sa.gov.au, council@marion.sa.gov.au

The trench is across the whole road and that bad that buses have to slow down for it!


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Fwd: Hazard - Diagonal Road

Telephoned Dept of Transport on 1800 018 313

Fwd: Hazard. Marlborough St

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From: roadrepair@gmail.com <roadrepair@gmail.com>
Date: Jan 9, 2009 8:00 PM
Subject: Hazard. Marlborough St
To: mail@holdfast.sa.gov.au,

Near the corner of Brighton Road the hole is over 40mm deep.


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Hazard - King George - Storm Drain cover and reflector

-----Original Message-----
Sent: Tuesday, 6 January 2009 5:04 AM
To: mail@holdfast.sa.gov.au
Subject: Hazard. King George. Stormwater cover

East side of road, at Brighton school crossing. The cover will hit the foot
of a cyclist.
Also notice the cat eye in bike lane. Reported to Bicycle User Group Oct
2008.

Jetty Rd Storm Drain

Resent to Holdfast Council 5 Jan 2009

Hazard. Anzac Hwy. WTCC, no action

Date: Mon, Jan 5, 2009


South side. Near cross rd.

Reported to West Torrens City Council 19 Nov 2008 all that has been done is yellow paint on the hazard.

Fwd: Hazard. Birdwood Cls

The attached image is a pothole on the road at the corner of Birdwood Cls (Plympton?).

 

It is a hazard to cyclists as it will cause damage to a bicycle, injury from impact, or collision with passing vehicle if changing direction to avoid the hazard.

 

Regards

 

Administrator
www.roadrepair.wikispaces.com

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From: <roadrepair@gmail.com>
Date: Mon, Jan 5, 2009 at 5:57 PM
Subject: Hazard. Birdwood Cls
To: csu@wtcc.sa.gov.au
Cc: roadrepair@gmail.com

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