The Mooi River Bridge (Nhlesi) is located in the Umsinga Area on L2985. This project falls under Ward 13 in the Umsinga Municipality. This bridge provides the necessary link between the villages and surrounding areas and it also assists the local communities by providing safe travel to all road users across the river.
It encourages economic development within the communities, easy access to public transport, and improves access to emergency services such as ambulances and police stations. The bridge also promotes pedestrian safety especially for school children, the elderly and the general public. It facilitates the safe transport of agricultural goods, farm livestock and general amenities to neighbouring urban towns.
The construction commenced in 2015 and was completed at the end of the 2016/2017 financial year, at a total cost budget of R17.1 million. The project created 48 job opportunities.