A fatal crash in December 2016 prompted Mandurah councillors to consider installing a series of safety measures along Estuary Road in Dawesville, at a council meeting on Tuesday evening.
The 46-year-old Dawesville driver and his 29-year-old Port Kennedy passenger died at the scene, after their vehicle hit a tree which was located 1.2 metres from the edge of the sealed road.
The police report from the incident on December 15 at 10.30pm indicated alcohol and speed may have been contributing factors to the crash.
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The discussion was sparked following the conclusion of Main Roads Western Australia (MRWA)’s Crash Location Report.
In August 2017, MRWA officers commenced the investigation into the circumstances of the crash.
The road environment one-kilometre either side of the crash site and previous crash history within ten kilometres of the site were investigated.
In a report presented by the City of Mandurah Works and Services Department, the officers gave recommendations for council to retain the large mature tree and implement improved delineation of the road environment.
The councillors indicated their intent to endorse recommendations to install advanced warning signs, guide posts and curve alignment markers.
The decision will be referred to the Mandurah City Council’s next meeting so it can be voted on for final approval.
As the asset manager, the City is requested to consider the crash report and recommendations and document any findings.
