Two slips have closed the Manawatū GorgeManawatu Gorge section of State Highway 3. The smaller of the two is approximately 200m
It’s expected that the large slip will take three weeks to clear, while the small slip will take about one day.
Transport Agency Highway Manager Ross I’Anson says geotechnical engineers are now assessing the large slip to determine when contractors can begin work on clearing it.
Access to the Balance Bridge and associated businesses is still available and the Manawatū GorgeManawatu Gorge walking track and carparks at both ends of the gorge road remain open.
Motorists Motorists can check the latest information on highway conditions, delays and closures at www.highwayinfo.govt.nz or by calling 0800 4 HIGWHAYS (0800 44 44 49).