A culvert constructed in the 1950s has been repaired on Bolong Road in Bomaderry securing long term and reliable access for this vital route.
The original structure which carries water from Abernethys Creek beneath the road had deteriorated and required major repairs to ensure the road's ongoing safety and stability.
Mayor Patricia White said works were carried out thanks to funding under the Australian Government's Roads to Recovery Program which supports the maintenance of local road infrastructure assets.
"This road supports key local industries, and the recent repairs are critical to ensuring continued access," Cr White said.
"Replacing this culvert means Bolong Road will remain safe and dependable for the many heavy vehicles and local industries that rely on it every day," she said.
"This work ensures the community has long term, reliable access along one of our busiest routes."
Member for Gilmore Fiona Phillips said this is a vital link road for residents and businesses in and around Bomaderry.
"I'm proud to have delivered funding from the Albanese Labor Government," Mrs Phillips said.
"I'm also pleased that we are progressively doubling Roads to Recovery funding which means even more funding to make local roads across the Shoalhaven safer."
The Australian Government contributed $755,000 towards works which included removal of deteriorated material including concrete and compromised steel reinforcement, plus surface preparation and treatment of exposed reinforcement.
