ST. CATHERINE, Jamaica — Significant traffic disruptions are anticipated along Port Henderson Road at its intersection with George Lee Boulevard as critical infrastructure repairs commence on January 22, 2026. The National Works Agency (NWA) has announced a seven-day project to replace a severely damaged culvert pipe that has compromised this vital transportation corridor.
The $3.7 million infrastructure rehabilitation will begin promptly at 9:00 AM on Thursday, with the roadway reduced to single-lane access near Bayside throughout the project duration. According to NWA Communications Officer Natalee Bloomfield, the failed culvert has created urgent safety concerns necessitating immediate replacement.
Active construction operations will occur between 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM daily, with crews executing excavation, culvert replacement, and backfilling procedures over two concentrated work days. Despite the limited access, vehicle passage will remain possible via carefully managed single-lane traffic throughout the repair period.
Motorists are strongly encouraged to exercise heightened caution when traversing the construction zone or consider utilizing alternative routes including Germaine Road connecting to Bridgeport Road before reaching George Lee Boulevard. The NWA anticipates full roadway restoration with fresh asphalt surfacing within one week of project commencement.