Wellbeing SA

In reply to the Hon. M.C. PARNELL (3 February 2021).

The Hon. S.G. WADE (Minister for Health and Wellbeing): The Minister for Environment and Water has advised:

The Department for Environment and Water and SA Water are continuing to investigate options to provide shared-use access across the Sturt Gorge to strengthen the existing recreational trail network.

A viable option is yet to be finalised, noting that SA Water are currently also undertaking works to assess a potential upgrade of the capability of the dam to withstand a large flood event.

The provision of a shared-use bridge across the Sturt Gorge needs careful consideration to maintain the integrity of the dam wall and ensure the structure does not interfere with any future operation of the dam in achieving its intended purpose. I understand discussions will continue between the two agencies to investigate options to improve access across the Sturt Gorge.