2                         Project Description

2.1                   Scope of the Project

2.1.1             The proposed widening works for Tsing Tin Interchange will be undertaken at the northern part of Town Centre Section of TMR near the Tuen Mun River Channel.

2.1.2             The scope of this Project as defined in the EIA report comprises:

(a)          Widening of the 240 metre-long dual 2-lane section of TMR at Tsing Tin Interchange to a 11 m wide dual 3-lane carriageway; and

(b)         Construction of associated earth retaining structures, slope works, geotechnical works, and works on environmental mitigation, landscape, drainage, road lightings, water mains and traffic aids.

2.2                   Works Programme

2.2.1             The construction of the Project is to be commenced in 1st quarter 2008 and be completed in 3rd quarter of 2009.