Tram Grade Separation Projects

The Australian and South Australian governments have jointly (50:50) funded $400 million to removing the two level crossings where the Glenelg tram line crosses Marion Road and Cross Road, Plympton.

The existing tram overpass at South Road Glandore will also be re-built at the same time to support delivery of the River Torrens to Darlington Project. These works will all be delivered as part of the Tram Grade Separation Projects.

Planning work is also underway to investigate the potential removal of the level crossing at Morphett Road, Morphettville.

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Following extensive investigation work, an overpass has been determined as the best solution to remove the level crossings at Marion Road and Cross Road, Plympton. Read more about this and register to receive project updates.

Fast-tracking construction

To fast-track construction and reduce impacts on local residents, businesses, road and public transport users, temporarily closing the tram line is the best option while this work is undertaken.

It is estimated the Glenelg tram line will likely close for between 6 and 9 months. Substitute buses will be in place during this time. This will allow the Marion Road, Cross Road and South Road overpasses to all be constructed at the same time.

This will significantly reduce the overall construction time and impacts that would otherwise be required if these projects were constructed separately.

Building an elevated tram line also allows major sections to be built off-site and craned into place, reducing construction impacts and timelines further.

Further Information

If you have any further enquiries, please:

email DIT.TGSP@sa.gov.au
telephone 1300 794 880