THUNDERBOLTS Way is set for reopening on Monday 11 August, according to a statement from MidCoast Council.
The main highway that connects the MidCoast with the New England region has been closed since the devastating May floods.
Council crews have been working tirelessly over the past two months to repair extensive flood damage on the road, including landslips.
“This work reinstates a vital connection between the MidCoast and the New England,” said Rob Scott, Council Director of Infrastructure and Engineering Services.
“Not to mention for the residents in the vicinity who have been severely impacted by the closure but also for the primary producers and other motorists who use this route regularly.”
Mr Scott said there was still plenty of work to be done and urged motorists to drive to the conditions and warned of delays.
“On this road in particular our crews will still be working on it for some time so if you are travelling through, please be patient, observe all directions and signage and allow extra time for your trip.
“In some areas only one lane will be operational,” he explained.
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