Adjusting to weighbridge at landfill site

The new weighbridge at the Gwaiing landfill site is taking some getting used to. George Herald has received several complaints from regular users of the site about the long queues being experienced since the bridge was opened just under two weeks ago.

- Alida de Beer

It serves as the main access point. The original entrance was closed, and inward and outward bound vehicles have to cross the single-lane bridge, which complainants say leads to extremely long holdups during peak times.

"In many cases, the challenge is less about actual waiting times and more about users adjusting to the new system."

George Municipality's communications manager, Chantèl Edwards, said delays are to be expected while users, vehicle drivers and staff adapt to the new system. “To help alleviate congestion, traffic flow and turnaround times are being monitored daily, and operational adjustments are being made where possible. We are actively exploring ways to reduce waiting times.”