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Streetscape and Traffic Improvements for Mills Street, Clarence Park

Client

City of Unley

Location

Mills Street, Clarence Park, South Australia

Sector

Traffic Engineering and Urban Design

The City of Unley sought to address longstanding traffic and safety concerns along Mills Street, a local crossing collector road. With increasing traffic volumes and problematic road user behaviour, the council prioritised a redesign to enhance safety, improve functionality, and elevate the aesthetic appeal of the streetscape. BE Engineering Solutions was engaged to deliver the detailed design and documentation for these streetscape improvements.

The Challenge

Mills Street faced several challenges that required expert intervention including:

  • High traffic volumes and speeding contributed to safety concerns for all road users, including pedestrians and cyclists.
  • The existing two-lane angled slow points were outdated and ineffective at moderating traffic behaviour.
  • The flat-top road humps no longer met current traffic calming standards, reducing their effectiveness.
  • There was a need to integrate additional landscaping elements to enhance the street’s appearance and functionality.

The project aimed to provide a comprehensive solution that balanced traffic management with an improved urban environment.

Our Approach

BE Engineering Solutions developed a targeted approach to meet the objectives of the Mills Street streetscape improvement project:

  • Conducted a detailed assessment of traffic volumes, speeds, and road user behaviour to identify specific problem areas.
  • Evaluated the effectiveness of the existing traffic calming measures and identified opportunities for improvement.
  • Reconstructed the existing two-lane angled slow points to better manage vehicle flow and encourage safer driving behaviour.
  • Replaced the outdated flat-top road humps with Watt’s profile road humps, which are designed to be more effective at reducing vehicle speeds while maintaining comfort for drivers.
  • Integrated additional landscaping elements, including tree planting and greenery, to improve the street’s aesthetic appeal and contribute to a more pleasant environment for residents and road users.
  • Designed features to complement the surrounding urban character while requiring minimal maintenance.

Outcome

The Mills Street streetscape improvements achieved key project goals and delivered tangible benefits to the Clarence Park community.

Key outcomes included:

  • Enhanced traffic safety through the implementation of more effective traffic calming measures, reducing vehicle speeds and improving road user behaviour.
  • Improved streetscape aesthetics with thoughtfully designed landscaping that fosters a more inviting and community-friendly environment.
  • Compliance with modern standards, ensuring long-term functionality and reduced maintenance requirements for traffic calming features.
  • A balanced solution that addresses both traffic management and urban design objectives.

Why choose BE Engineering Solutions?

BE Engineering Solutions is a leader in traffic engineering and urban design, offering innovative and sustainable solutions tailored to the unique challenges of each project. From safety improvements to streetscape enhancements, we provide expertise that transforms urban spaces into safer, more functional, and more visually appealing environments.

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