Oallen Bridge to be replaced between Goulburn and Nowra

The  life expired bridge over the Shoalhaven River at O'Allen Ford  between Nowra and Goulburn is to be replaced, after a special one off grant  of more than $2 million from the state government.

The low level timber bridge is currently the subject of a weight limit, which effectively means trucks are banned from crossing the river.

Following representations from local Upper House MP Paul Green, Roads Minister Duncan Gay has announced funding of $2.2 million over the next two financial years.

Mr Green says the new bridge is long overdue.