KUALA LUMPUR: A pilot project to close the U-turn at KM9.5 in both directions of the Sungai Besi Expressway (Besraya) will begin on Monday (Jan 5) for a period of six months.
Besraya (M) Sdn Bhd said the closure is to improve traffic flow and enhance the comfort and safety of expressway users.
It said rapid development along the Besraya corridor, including Sungai Besi, Kampung Malaysia, Kuchai Lama, Salak Selatan, Bandar Tasik Permaisuri and Taman Salak Jaya, has led to increased traffic volume and congestion during morning and evening peak hours.
"Traffic merging at the KM9.5 U-turn also disrupts main carriageway flow and contributes to congestion in the surrounding area," it said in a statement on Sunday (Jan 4).
During the period, motorists travelling from the south are advised make U-turns at KM8.6, while motorists travelling from the north should use the U-turn at KM10.5.
Besraya apologised for any inconvenience caused and advised motorists to plan their journeys accordingly, adding that enquiries can be made via the Besline hotline at 1-800 880 999. – Bernama
