Roads and Streets
Council is responsible for the construction and maintenance of civil infrastructure which includes roads, footpaths, streetscapes, stormwater, reserves and parks and gardens for residents and visitors to use and enjoy.
The integrity of the road network is maintained by a regular reseal and maintenance program;roads that are beyond rehabilitation are reconstructed. Council's road construction and maintenance programs are principally financed from Council's general rate revenue and Government Funding.
There is a total of 687km of local roads and 142km of arterial roads which are under the care and control of Department of Infrastructure and Transport DIT (State Government). If you have an enquiry or maintenance request regarding DIT roads please contact DIT Traffic Management Centre 1800 018 313 or DIT.EnquiriesAdministrator@sa.gov.au
Map of roads maintained by DIT(PDF, 1227.76 KB)
List of DIT roads within the City(PDF, 5.14 KB)
List of Current Roadworks
Stormwater
Kolapore Ave, Largs North
Ward: Outer Harbor
Address: Kolapore Av, Largs North
Dates: November 2023 to July 2024Description of Works:
Stormwater pipework scheduled (Capital Works Program 23/24) to mitigate flooding issues in the area. Expect traffic delays/detours during this time. Please contact Council on 8405 6600 for enquiries.
College St, Port Adelaide
Ward: Port Adelaide
Address: College St Port Adelaide
Dates: February 2024 to July 2024Description of Works:
Stormwater pipework scheduled (Capital Works Program 23/24) to mitigate flooding issues in the area. Expect traffic delays/detours during this time. Please contact Council on 8405 6600 for enquiries.
Roadworks
Victoria Dr, Oakden
Ward: Northfield
Address: Victoria Dr, Oakden
Dates: November 2023 to January 2024Description of Works:
Road reconstruction works are in progress over this road to upgrade existing road pavement and associated kerbing. Expect traffic delays/detours during this time. Please contact Council on 8405 6600 for enquiries.
Woodland Dr, Oakden
Ward: Northfield
Address: Woodland Dr, Oakden
Dates: January 2024 to February 2024Description of Works:
Road reconstruction works are in progress over this road to upgrade existing road pavement and associated kerbing. Expect traffic delays/detours during this time. Please contact Council on 8405 6600 for enquiries.
Information about temporary road closures on non-arterial roads for community events and activity are listed on our Public Notices page.
Individuals, contractors or organisations carrying out works on Council property, below is a list of service authorities that often work within the City of Port Adelaide Enfield. Please check these websites for possible work that may affect your area.
Roadworks, Incidents & Planned Events in South Australia.
Council undertakes maintenance such as patching of potholes with bitumen to resealing roads when more substantial repairs are required. Council also conduct regular street sweeping which is coordinated with our grass cutting programs. Visit Council's Online Services website to request road maintenance or street sweeping.
Council is responsible for the installation and maintenance of parking and street name signs on Council roads (non-arterial. Traffic signs are installed to ensure safe accessible roads for vehicle movement. Refer to Council's Online Services website to report damage to any parking, street or traffic signs.
The Local Government Act 1999 enables the Council to assign a name, or change a name, of a road or public place. Visit Council's Policies page for the Street Naming Policy.
The Local Government Act 1999 enables the Council to adopt a numbering system for buildings and allotments adjoining a road. The Council is also permitted, from time to time, to alter or substitute the numbers.
A key objective in assigning street numbers is to avoid confusion in locating a property by the public and instrumentalities - particularly emergency services such as ambulance, police and fire brigade.
It is an offence for an owner of land to use a number that is inconsistent with a number adopted by the Council - maximum penalty: $2,500.
It is an offence if an owner of land, at the request of the Council, does not display the appropriate number in a form directed or approved by the Council - maximum penalty $750 - expiation fee: $105.
Visit Council's Policies to access/read the Street Numbering Policy
Except for in a few circumstances all street lights are maintained by SA Power Networks, not Council. Faulty street lights should be reported by visiting the SA Power Networks web site or by calling their Faults and Emergencies number on 131 366. Visit Council's Online Services website to request extra street lighting.
Crossovers are the paved, asphalt or concrete link between the road and a property boundary. Every property is required to have a permanent crossover installed and it is the property owner's responsibility to construct and maintain their crossover to Council's specifications. Visit Council's Online Services website to request a quotation to construct or repair a crossover.
Council undertakes to maintain safe and accessible footpaths which have non slip, all weather surfaces for users and aims to provide a footpath on at least one side of every residential street and upgrade pedestrian ramps to current Australian Standards. To report a damaged footpath, go to our Online Services page.
Permits are required to conduct certain activities on Council land, such as roadways and footpaths.
If you wish to apply for a Permit the following MUST be provided:
- Certificate of Currency (Public Liability Insurance Minimum $10 million)
- Detailed site plan showing all activities and dimensions
- Payment of a $31.00 Application fee
Applications can be made online via Council's Online Services website. Please use link below.
For further information or to make a payment please contact our Customer Relations Team on 8405 6600.
The Capital Works Construction Report includes a list of works programmed for the relevant financial year such as roads, footpaths, traffic works, bus stops, stormwater drainage and reserve construction. View a summary of current projects here.