Waipā District roading updates - 2.15pm 18 February 2026

Mangauika Road bridge closed

The road is currently inaccessible at the bridge however, resident access is available from either end. We’re currently working on a permanent solution and hope to have the bridge opened by the end of next week.

Corcoran Road closed

Work to clear water from the blocked drain is progressing well. Once we get the water level low enough, we’ll remove the debris blocking the culvert and assess the road.

Whatauri Road closed

Our teams are making great progress cleaning debris and establishing a temporary road, with bridge structures and a crane expected onsite today. We aim to have a temporary access installed by the end of the week, however will likely need further assessment before opening to trucks.

Baffin Street bridge

An initial assessment has been done, and the bridge is safe to use for resident access only, please. No substantial debris on the piers is visible, and once the water drops, a more detailed assessment will be done.

Waipapa Road

The road remains open in Waipā and Ōtorohanga however is closed in Taupō district. Signs are in place to warn travellers that the road is closed ahead.

O’Shea Road

The road is open to light vehicles only.

State Highway 39 closed

SH39 remains closed between Te Tahi and Ngutunui Roads due to the Mangati Bridge damage. Installing a single-lane temporary bridge is currently being considered to reconnect locals while a permanent solution is built. Follow NZTA for updates on SH39.