The national primary route, N25, connects Cork to the port of Rosslare via Waterford city. The existing route through Waterford city passes along the congested city quays and crosses the River Suir over an opening span bridge, the only bridge crossing for motor traffic in the city. The average daily traffic flow across Rice Bridge is 36,500 vehicles, with weekday flows of more than 40,000 vehicles a regular occurrence. The need for a Waterford city bypass and second river crossing has been identified in the development plans of the three relevant local authorities, Waterford City Council, Waterford County Council and Kilkenny County Council.