An upgrade to the level crossing on Markham Street in Armidale is on track to be completed before the end of the year.
UGL Regional Linx is undertaking the work on behalf of Transport for NSW to install boom gates at the crossing.
Member for Northern Tablelands Brendan Moylan said the upgrade would improve safety for motorists and other road users on one of Armidale’s major thoroughfares.
“The active level crossing is currently equipped with flashing lights and signage,” Mr Moylan said.
“Concrete foundations and lights were installed in August, followed by the boom gate structures a month later.
“Final testing is still to be completed before the upgrade is operational.”
The Markham Street project is one of four regional New South Wales level crossing upgrades scheduled for completion before the end of the year.
Mr Moylan said the crossing was heavily used by a wide range of road users.
“The Markham Street crossing is used every day by local motorists, tourists, heavy vehicles and farmers,” he said.
“Collisions at level crossings between trains and vehicles can have devastating consequences for families and communities, so I hope this upgrade will help ensure such tragedies never occur.”