When the New Express Road Towards Koprivnica Could Open

Residents of Podravina and Prigorje are eagerly anticipating the completion of the 7.5-kilometer Križevci - Kloštar Vojakovački express road, a crucial segment of the planned route towards Koprivnica and the Hungarian border. While Hrvatske Ceste (HC) expects the work to conclude by the end of July, the exact opening date hinges on technical inspections and obtaining the necessary permits.

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The works, which were supposed to be completed by the end of July, were slowed down, among other things, by heavy rainfall and floods that have hit the construction site area in recent months.

Construction has faced delays due to adverse weather conditions, including heavy rainfall and floods that have impacted the site in recent months. Despite these challenges, the contractor, Kamgrad, reports that about 90% of the asphalt base layer is in place, with the final layer and accompanying infrastructure, such as pedestrian and guardrails, nearing completion. HC has indicated that any additional requirements from their end, related to traffic safety adjustments, should not significantly impact the timeline.

The immediate section's completion, however, does not signal an immediate start to the road's extension towards Koprivnica. This next phase is planned across multiple stages. The procurement for the main project design for the remaining stretch was initiated in February, with completion anticipated next year, followed by the acquisition of building permits and the commencement of construction.

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The road will be opened to traffic after obtaining a use permit, which is expected after the completion of the works scheduled for the end of July.

This project is a cornerstone of infrastructure development in northern Croatia, and its prolonged timeline reflects the complexities of large-scale construction, especially in regions prone to challenging weather. The article, published by Večernji List, a prominent Croatian daily, captures the local anticipation and provides a factual update on the progress and future plans, emphasizing the government's commitment to this vital transport corridor despite the setbacks.

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The continuation towards Koprivnica is planned through several phases, and in February, procurement was announced for the main project design for the remaining section to Koprivnica.