Sexton Bridge, Gundarimba Road, Monaltrie - Commencing March 2022

Council wishes to advise that bridge replacement works will commence shortly on Sexton Bridge, Gundurimba Road, Monaltrie. These works are due to get underway week commencing 7^th March 2021.

What do the works involve?

The works will involve the temporary road closure of Gundurimba Road to enable the construction of a new concrete bridge.

Bridge construction works will include the following:

Temporary closure of Gundurimba Road to through traffic
Demolition of the existing timber bridge structure
Initial earthworks in preparation for foundation works
Installation of driven reinforced concrete piles
Installation of concrete bridge abutments and beams
Reinstatement of road pavement
Signage and line marking.

When will the works start and what are the hours of work?

Works will start in the week commencing 7^th March 2022. They are expected to take approximately twelve weeks to complete, subject to weather conditions.

Work hours:

7am to 6pm Monday to Friday.
8am to 1pm on Saturdays.
No work Sundays or public holidays

What are the traffic adjustments?

During this bridge replacement, traffic will be detoured as a result of the temporary road closure of Gundurimba Road to through traffic. Traffic will be detoured via the following routes:

North bound traffic:

Via Monaltrie Road, Wyrallah Road and Bruxner Highway

South bound traffic:

Via Bruxner Highway, Wyrallah Road and Monaltrie Road

What do I need to do?

Please obey the temporary traffic conditions in place and allow additional time for travel.

We apologise in advance for disruptions you may experience whilst we replace Sexton Bridge. We would appreciate your cooperation with all temporary traffic control and workplace protection measures in place to help keep everyone safe.

Who should I contact for further information?

If you have any questions or concerns, please phone Council’s Capital Works Engineer, Mr Steven Bennetts on 0427 568 221.