Scenic Rim Road Updates
THE following works are programmed for the week commencing Monday, 2 September 2019.
SARABAH ROAD, SARABAH
Floodway extension works are continuing on Sarabah Road, Sarabah, at Spring Gully Stays. This project is jointly funded by Council and the Australian and Queensland Governments under the Natural Disaster Resilience Program.
CHRISTMAS CREEK ROAD, LAMINGTON
Culvert and floodway replacement works are continuing on Christmas Creek Road, Lamington. Works involve the removal of existing concrete floodway and culvert units, and the installation of reinforced concrete box culverts and a reconstructed floodway. This project is jointly funded by Council and the Australian and Queensland Governments under the Natural Disaster Resilience Program.
KILMOYLAR ROAD, KAGARU
Road reconstruction works are continuing on Kilmoylar Road, Kagaru. These works are the third and final stage of the Kilmoylar Road Upgrade project; with works continuing from the previous stage through to the intersection with Undullah Road. Works involve the construction of a 9 metre wide bitumen sealed road, improved horizontal and vertical alignment, drainage upgrade and an improved intersection with Undullah Road. This project is jointly funded by Council and the Australian Government under the Roads to Recovery Program.
MUNBILLA ROAD, HARRISVILLE
Floodway widening works are continuing on two existing floodways situated on Munbilla Road, between Ellis & Jackson Road and Greenwood Road. These works involve extending the existing floodways to a pavement width of 9 metre, providing improved safety on both approaches. This project is funded by Council's Capital Works Program.
UNDULLAH ROAD, KAGARU - BROOKLAND BRIDGE
Construction of a new replacement bridge is continuing at Brookland Bridge, Undullah Road, Kagaru. Works involve the construction of a single lane reinforced concrete bridge. This project is jointly funded by Council and the Australian and Queensland Governments under the Bridges Renewal Programme Round Three.
JOSEPHVILLE ROAD, JOSEPHVILLE - JOSEPHVILLE BRIDGE
Construction of a new Josephville Bridge replacement works is continuing on Josephville Road, Josephville. Works involve the construction of a two-lane concrete structure with improved flood immunity which will be more resilient to damage in flood events. This project is jointly funded by Council and the Australian and Queensland Governments under the Bridges Renewal Programme Round Three.
BROOKLAND ROAD, ALLENVIEW - FERGUSON RESERVE BRIDGE
Bridge replacement works are continuing on Brookland Road, Allenview at Ferguson Reserve. Works involve the construction of a two-lane concrete structure with improved flood immunity which will be more resilient to damage in flood events. This project is jointly funded by Council and the Australian and Queensland Governments under the Bridges Renewal Programme Round Three.
SUGARLOAF ROAD, MUTDAPILLY
Road rehabilitation works are continuing on a 1.3kilometre section of Sugarloaf Road, Mutdapilly, from its intersection with the Cunningham Highway. These works involve the reconstruction of a 7-metre wide bitumen seal, improved horizontal and vertical alignment and drainage upgrades. This project is funded by Council's Capital Works Program.
ROAD GRADING
Council is continuing its Road Grading Program, with works to be undertaken on Holz Road, Roadvale, and Washpool Road, Washpool.
ROAD RESHEETING
Council is progressing with its Road Resheeting Program, with shoulder works to be undertaken on sections of Kerry Road.
ROAD CLOSURES
Duck Creek Road, Kerry
Due to heavy rainfall and flooding associated with ex-Tropical Cyclone Debbie in March 2017, a section of Duck Creek Road suffered severe damage, making it totally impassable by all vehicles. Vehicle access is closed to all vehicles and will remain closed until further notice.
Highways and interstate routes
The Department of Transport and Main Roads 131940 website provides information about the conditions on major roads controlled by the State in addition to Local Roads of Regional Significance.
It can indicate road closures or delays due to traffic incidents, roadworks or flooding.
Road information - Northern NSW
For information about road conditions across the border visit northernrivers.myroadinfo.com.au