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Flood Restoration - Roads & Bridges Update (June 2024)
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Please note, several road and bridge projects progressing concurrently, below are updates for some projects progressing this month. Please check the 'Projects By Name' and select the road name for latest updates. Additionally, if there is a road you would like specific flood restoration updates on, please register your contact details via our notification list form.
COMPLETED WORKS
Crofton Road
Excitingly, road pavement restoration works on Crofton Road were completed on 6 June. The works began in November 2023 to remediate significant damaged caused during the February 2022 natural disaster. Construction involved resealing 3 kilometres of road, installing guideposts, and replacing two culverts. During these works, the road remained open with stop-go traffic conditions, and we would like to thank the community for your patience during this time.
Dorroughby Road
After listening to the concerns of residents, work crews organised for contractors to install a new guardrail on Dorroughby Road to improve road safety. Thank you to residents for your positive feedback following the installation.
CURRENT WORKS
Blue Knob Road
Work is underway on the first of four landslip sites along Blue Knob Road. Contractor CMC is currently focused on the site closest to Nimbin, where they are constructing two soil nail walls. Once this stage is underway, they will proceed to establish the second site for excavation. The restoration of all four landslips in this project is anticipated to span 10 months, subject to weather conditions.
Eureka Road, Graham Road & Haywood Lane
The side tracks and earthworks are completed at all three sites. On Eureka Road piling is now completed and installation of a new Inquik bridge is planned for early August. Piling commenced on Haywood Lane 26 June and is also scheduled for Inquik bridge installation early August. Following these works, piling will begin mid-July on Graham Road due to essential energy power outage required to commence these works. Throughout construction, road users will continue to utilise the side tracks to minimise traffic disruption.
Gravel Roads – Multiple Sites
Efforts persist in grading over 120 kilometres of 53 unsealed gravel roads, which suffered substantial damage due to declared natural disasters in December 2023 and April 2024. The most severely affected roads receive highest priority to expedite critical route restoration. This ambitious project, one of the largest of its kind, involves Council deploying six distinct work crews, strategically clustered geographically to optimise efficiency and resource allocation. Recently, HXR conducted grading on Gungas Road and expressed gratitude to the supportive residents they have encountered to date.
Leycester Road
Ongoing efforts are focused on repaving the entire length of Leycester Road, covering approximately 3.6 kilometres from Kyogle Road to Bice Road. Construction entails a granular overlay of the existing road surface, resealing, and upgrades to stormwater drainage. Anticipated to span approximately six months, from July to late December 2024 subject to weather conditions. the construction will impact traffic. During this period, road users will be impacted and can expect delays. During the works, residents will be impacted while construction is carried out under traffic control stop/go arrangement and a reduced speed limit. At times road users may experience long delays necessary to facilitate the construction of the new pavement.
Newton Drive
Construction has commenced on a second minor upslope landslip further up Newton Drive. Crews have taken advantage of favourable weather conditions during the past month proceeding to the final cleanup and rehabilitation phase. The remaining work involves sealing the road at the landslip site and the replacement of a single pipe culvert. We extend our gratitude to the community for their patience during the minor disruptions to traffic flow.
Rogerson Road
Benefiting from favourable weather conditions, the culvert works on Rogerson Road have advanced. These efforts entail replacing outdated steel drains with new cement pipes. Over the course of the month, the pipes were lifted and positioned in place, and the blinding was poured for the headwalls.
Stony Chute Road
Earthworks are now complete and site rehabilitation is underway. Drainage structures are on track to be completed by the end of the month. On drainage completion, final works include road resealing which will involve stop/go traffic control.
Three Chain Road Quarry
Located on 12.9 hectares, the formerly abandoned Three Chain Road Quarry has excitingly reopened. The site now serves as a revenue stream to support the creation of a rehabilitated green space and koala habitat. Managed by the Flood Restoration Roads and Bridges team, the quarry is excepting Excavated Natural Material (ENM). Any material disposed must undergo rigorous testing with documented proof of addressing strict environmental standards.
Terania Creek Road
Thrillingly, construction works on Bridge 3 are now complete. Crews have moved onto Bridge 2 where a side track is in place and works are underway for new approach slabs and restraint bracket installation. After, crews will relocate to Bridge 1 to construct a side-track early to mid-July and commence approach works.
Upper Tuntable Falls Road
Landslip remediation works are nearing completion on Upper Tuntable Falls Road including minor grading and drainage works. Images below illustrate the progress during the past few weeks for remediation at the site.
FUTURE WORKS
Urban Drainage
Approvals have been received for the urban drainage works. The project will soon be tendered to local contractors for pricing, with an anticipated start date in four weeks.
Gwynne Road
The pavement repair designs for Gwynne Road, covering the initial 1.2 kilometres from the Jiggi Road intersection, have been finalised. The project will soon be tendered to local contractors for pricing, with an anticipated start date within the next 4 to 6 weeks. -
Flood Restoration - Roads & Bridges Update (May 2024)
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Please note, several road and bridge projects progressing concurrently, below are updates for some projects progressing this month. Please check the 'Projects By Name' and select the road name for latest updates. Additionally, if there is a road you would like specific flood restoration updates on, please register your contact details via our notification list form.
Environmental Rescue at Rogerson Road
What happens when a handful of bats put a major flood restoration project on hold? When it came time to replace three large steel storm water drainage pipes with reinforced concrete pipes ones on Rogerson Road, McKees Hill, project coordinators discovered at least half a dozen micro bats had made a hole in one pipe, their home.
Myotis Macropus: One of Australia’s most fascinating species because they’re the only bats in Australia to capture fish for food. They have large feet which they use to trawl for food near the water’s surface. Work crews had to play a waiting game until two juvenile bats were old enough to fly. But then the challenge was - how to catch the youngsters and offer them an alternative roosting venue. Eventually patience and thermal imaging cameras confirmed the two young bats took to the skies for the first time, just after sunset on 1st May.
That night the hole was sealed, and a timber bat box installed as an alternative roost. Four bats settled into their new home but the remaining two had to be caught and housed in the box. Once the culvert work is complete it’s hoped all the bats, and their box will be relocated into the new concrete pipes.
COMPLETED WORKS
Crofton Road
Road pavement restoration works on Crofton Road are on track to be completed by the end of May. Until then the road will remain open under traffic control to have minimal impact on residents, please allow extra time for delays.
Gungas Road
Works commenced at the end of April on Gungas Road to desilt the creek crossing at Black Sheep. This involved the removal of debris to allow the creek to flow across the full width and reduce the chance of overtopping the crossing in the future.
Nimbin Road
Wet weather continued to cause delays to the completion of works on Nimbin Road at the site near Shipway Road. By mid-May the road was open to two-way traffic with the final clean up completed by 24 May 2024. During the past month, works were completed for the construction drainage along the retaining wall and placement of road base layers along the full width of the road. The road has now been sealed with asphalt and guardrails installed.
Oakey Creek Road
In May, temporary works were completed at a landslip site along Oakey Creek Road that was identified as a safety hazard.
CURRENT WORKS
Multiple Road Works
The works involve grading over 120km on 53 unsealed gravel roads which have been significantly damaged as a result of declared natural disaster events in December 2023 and April 2024. Roads with the most severe damage have been given the highest priority to ensure that critical routes are restored first. Council is deploying six separate works crews and efforts have been made to cluster the works geographically to optimise efficiency and resource allocation. Motorists will be notified of road changes via roadside signage. We apologise in advance for any disruptions you may experience while we carry out this essential work. For further information visit https://yoursay.lismore.nsw.gov.au/maintaining-our-roads-and-bridges/news_feed/upcoming-works-grading-for-multiple-unsealed-gravel-roads
Blue Knob Road
Works began in late May to rectify the first of two landslip sites on Blue Knob Road. These works will occur for approximately 12 months which will include an additional two sites along Blue Knob Road. The road will remain open under stop go traffic control to have minimal impact on residents.
Eureka Road, Graham Road & Haywood Lane
Works have commenced to replace culverts with bridges and all side tracks are in place with existing culverts removed. Future piling work is scheduled to commence in mid-June.
Newton Drive
Works on several minor upslope landslips and a single pipe culvert were heavily impacted this month due to weather conditions. Crews are hoping for favourable weather in June to progress the pending works which will to be completed under traffic control and will have minimal impact on the residents in this area.
Rogerson Road
Through successful collaboration with environmental professionals the juvenile micro bats were temporary relocated during April. This will allow works to commence replacing the steel drainage pipes with cement ones. Thank you to the community for your understanding and patience while the works continue.
Stony Chute Road
Following the February 2022 natural disaster, Stony Chute Road suffered extensive damage. With funding secured restoration works are now underway. The works will continue for approximately three to four weeks from 15 May 2024, subject to weather conditions.
Terania Creek Road – Bridge Updates
Concrete approaches, scour protection, and guard rail installation are complete for Bridge 3. Final work is due to be complete late May. For Bridges 1 and 2 side track installation is nearing completion with work to recommence in June.
Upper Tuntable Falls Road
Landslip remediation works will be complete at the Upper Tuntable Falls slip site this week. Some minor grading and drainage works will continue into June on Upper Tuntable Falls Road, with completion expected mid June.
FUTURE WORKS
Gwynne Road
The design for 1.2 kilometres of new pavement is nearing completion and once finalised the work will be put out to tender with works predicted to begin in approximately 6 weeks. -
Flood Restoration - Roads & Bridges Update (April 2024)
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Please note, several road and bridge projects progressing concurrently, below are updates for some projects progressing this month. Please check the 'Projects By Name' and select the road name for latest updates. Additionally, if there is a road you would like specific flood restoration updates on, please register your contact details via our notification list form.
COMPLETED WORKS
‘Thirst for Legacy’ – CMC Community Spirit in Nimbin
In a heart warming display of community spirit, the CMC team involved in the Nimbin Road project recently rallied together to support the Nimbin Bowling Club. Their initiative involved recycling cans and bottles collected from their work site, with the proceeds earmarked for a noble cause: funding the installation of a BBQ area at the club. CMC head office joined in on the idea, matching the money the team raised. The Nimbin Bowlo is a non-for-profit establishment, mostly managed by dedicated volunteers, so they were very appreciative of the kind gesture. Last month the dedicated team volunteered to lay down the concrete slab. Soon other organisations came to the party with Holcim Concrete Lismore providing a discount on the concrete to fit into the budget and Nimbin Hardware donating two sheets of mesh. Additionally, several locals donated their time along with the CMC staff to place and finish the slab. CMC donated labour and supervision, as you can see from the photos many locals also provided supervision of their own. This act of gratitude was CMC’s way of expressing appreciation to the local community for their unwavering support during the team’s time in our region. Their commitment to both the project and the community exemplifies the positive impact that collaborative efforts can have. LCC would like to thank the project team for their generosity and community-minded approach!
Black Road
The causeway has been resurfaced following recent deterioration by high water flows. The road is now repaired and new guideposts installed.
Coraki Road
Geotechnical works are completed on Coraki Road they will enable engineers to design and construct remediation works to deliver roads that are safer and more durable. The design phase is now in progress.
Guardrails Projects
The Flood Recovery Guardrail replacement multisite works are now complete. A recent project included the installation of guardrails at Kyogle Street and Oakey Creek Bridge. Thanks to all motorists for their patience during the works.
Road Maintenance Works - Gwynne Road, Stony Chute Road & Tuntable Falls Road
Maintenance crews were busy inspecting and providing maintenance on many roads throughout the region. To improve road conditions, crews continued to provide pothole repairs on Tuntable Falls Road and Stony Chute Road along with grading and pothole repairs on Gwynne and Yeager roads. Priority works have also commenced for Zouch Road involving a light grade and repairs to the road surface.
Rosebank Road
Landslip restorations are complete at Rosebank Road. The works involved reinstating the property access track and restoring the batter and table drain along the road edge.
CURRENT WORKS
Crofton Road
Road pavement restoration works are well on the way on Crofton Road. The works will be ongoing for approximately two to three months, subject to weather conditions. The road will remain open under traffic control to have minimal impact on residents, please allow extra time for delays.
Eureka Road, Graham Road & Haywood Lane
Works have commenced on the culvert to bridge structure replacement project at Haywood Lane. Construction has begun on installation of side tracks with piling to follow next month.
Gungas Road
Works commenced at the end of April on Gungas Road to desilt the creek crossing at Black Sheep. This will involve the removal of debris to allow for further rectification works.
Newton Drive
Works have commenced on several minor upslope landslips and a single pipe culvert. However, these works were heavily impacted this month due to weather conditions. During May, work crews are hoping for favourable weather to assist with making good progress at the sites. Works will continue to be completed under traffic control and will have minimal impact on the residents in this area.
Nimbin Road
Works are nearing completion on Nimbin Road at the site near Shipway Road. During the past month, works were completed for the construction drainage along the retaining wall and placement of road base layers along the full width of the road. The road has now been sealed with asphalt and guardrails installed. Remaining work includes line marking and the installation of guideposts. The road is due to be officially opened on 11 May.
Rogerson Road
Through successful collaboration with environmental professionals the juvenile micro bats were temporary relocated during April. Works were able to commence April 29, to start on the culvert replacement project. Thank you to the community for your understanding and patience while we relocated this projected species.
Terania Creek – Bridge Updates
Project is underway for bridge 1, 2 and 3. Bridge 3 has new concrete bridge approaches and scour protection completed with guardrail installation scheduled during early May. After this, installation of lateral restrains brackets will follow. Approximately 50% of bridge 2 and 1 have side track installations complete. These will continue during May, subject to weather conditions. Once completed, installation of concrete approaches and guard rail for bridges 2 and 1 will follow.
Upper Tuntable Falls Road
Works are underway on Landslip DM01184 near the Tuntable Falls Co-Op. However recent rain delayed the excavation process on site, weather permitting, the works are expected to take an extra three weeks. Once completed, works will commence on Landslip DM01183, located approximately 500m North of DM01184.
FUTURE WORKS
Blue Knob Road
Works will commence in May on two landslip sites identified on the below map. These works will occur for approximately 12 months. The road will remain open under stop go traffic control to have minimal impact on residents.
Branch Creek Road
Works are progressing for the design phase of the Branch Creek culvert replacement project. IFC drawings have been issued with procurement of pre-cast components and piling underway. Construction is expected to commence in Sept.
Cawongla Road
Weather pending, pipe scour protection will be undertaken in May under single lane traffic control.
Milgate Road
During last month grading work was completed on Milgate Road. The design for the culvert is underway and a notice will be provided on these works in the next few months.
Oakey Creek Road
In May, works will commence for temporary landslip repair works identified on the below map for approximately two to four weeks. The road will remain open under stop go traffic control to have minimal impact on residents.
Patterson Road
Work is progressing for the design phase of the Paterson Road culvert replacement project with the RFQ issued for design of culvert replacement with a new bridge structure. -
Blue Knob Road - Landslip Works (Apr 2024)
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The road will remain open on a single lane basis under stop go traffic control to have minimal impact on residents. Motorists will be notified of road changes via roadside signage and updated through www.livetraffic.com. There will be no impact to Emergency services vehicles. Please adhere to all road signs and directions from any traffic controllers and ensure extra care is taken around workers on foot.
We apologise in advance for any disruptions you may experience while we carry out this essential work.
What are the works?
Following the February 2022 natural disaster, Blue Knob Road suffered extensive damage. Funding has now been secured for restoration works on the two land slips on the below map.
Further Information
Should you wish to contact us directly with any questions or comments, or register your contact details to receive updates, please call (02) 6625 0500 or email floodrecoveryroadsbridges@lismore.nsw.gov.au and include the title ‘Blue Knob Road – April 2024 Update.’ -
Flood Restoration - Roads & Bridges Update (Feb 2024)
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Please note, several road and bridge projects progressing concurrently, below are updates for some projects progressing this month. Please check the 'Projects By Name' and select the road name for latest updates. Additionally, if there is a road you would like specific flood restoration updates on, please register your contact details via our notification list form.
COMPLETED WORKS
Geotechnical Investigations
During the last 5 months geotechnical investigations have taken place across the entire Lismore shire region. These works have involved using a drilling rig to understand subsurface conditions at the many landslip, bridge and culvert crossing locations. This information is vital in determining the most appropriate restoration design solution for these locations. All landslip, culvert and bridge geotechnical investigations have now been completed. We would like to thank residents for your patience and resilience during this time.
CURRENT WORKS
Dorroughby Road
The Dorroughby Road landslip restoration is well underway with embankment stabilisation completed last month. Wet weather has extended the closure slightly, however, drainage and road pavement works are scheduled to occur during March. See below progress photos, thank you to all the Dorroughby Road residents for your patience during this time.
Nimbin Road
Works are progressing on Nimbin Road at the site near Shipway Road. The retaining wall construction is now complete, and the road pavement works commenced end of February. Excitingly, traffic has temporarily moved onto the newly constructed northbound lane in preparation for an expected opening in April.
Guardrails Project
During the past month our guardrails project has been underway, replacing or installing new guardrails. This is multisite works to repair traffic barriers at road sections damaged during the 2022 natural disaster. Generally, the sites are at road sections over creek crossings. Each work site will require traffic control and the repair will generally be completed within 2 days. Recently, guardrails were completed on two sites at Nimbin Road, Rock Valley Road, Cawongla Road, Corndale Road and two sites at Boatharbour Road. Other road closures will be updated as scheduled work on Live Traffic.
Tuntable Creek Road
Works are currently underway on Tuntable Creek Road near Young Road. These involve reshaping of table drains, slashing and minor landslip remediation from Young Road heading back down the hill approximately 500m. The works are expected to be completed first week of March, pending weather conditions.
Terania Creek Road
The Terania Creek bridges project is underway for bridge 1, 2 and 3. The bridge approaches and guard rail footings are completed for bridge 1. During early March, work crews will commence final concrete works and installation of lateral restrain brackets for bridge 3.
Newton Drive
Several minor upslope landslips and a single pipe culvert were scheduled to be repaired during February, these works have now been pushed into March due to weather delays. Works will involve scaling of boulders and the clearing and reformation of a table drain to return the road to pre-existing condition. Works will be completed under traffic control and will have minimal impact on the residents in this area.
Rosebank Road
Landslip restoration works were scheduled for completed during February; these works have now been pushed into March due to weather delays. The works involve reinstating the property access track and restoring the batter and table drain along the road edge. Works will be completed under traffic control and will have minimal impact on the residents.
Industry Drive
Works have commenced on Industry Drive to improve drainage works involving the construction of a gabion wall to prevent future erosion. The works will occur for approximately two weeks, from Thursday 29 February, pending weather conditions. For further information, please view the original notice at
https://yoursay.lismore.nsw.gov.au/maintaining-our-roads-and-bridges/news_feed/industry-drive
Rogerson Road
The team have been busy implementing appropriate protocols to ensure the safety of juvenile micro bats. Through successful collaboration with environmental professionals this protected species will be temporary relocated. This will allow the pups to complete their growth cycle during the breeding season and reduce their risk in maturing. We are unsure of the start date at this time. We will provide further update when available. Thank you to the community for your patience and understanding during these works. For further information, please view the original notice at: https://yoursay.lismore.nsw.gov.au/maintaining-our-roads-and-bridges/news_feed/rogerson-road-culvert-replacement-feb-2024
FUTURE WORKS
Johnston Road
Works will commence to replace a damaged culvert headwall on Johnston Road for approximately two weeks, from 4 March to 18 March 2024, subject to weather conditions. The road will remain open under stop/go traffic control with slight delays expected. For further information, please view the original notice at
https://yoursay.lismore.nsw.gov.au/maintaining-our-roads-and-bridges/news_feed/johnston-road-culvert-works-feb-2023
Eureka Road, Graham Road & Haywood Lane
During the end of February, all three bridges were successfully delivered to Council storage yards. The designs for each site are in the final stages with works schedules being finalised. We apologise in advance for any disruptions you may experience while we carry out this essential work. These works will involve removing the existing infrastructure at each site and preparing the area for bridge construction. To minimise impact to residents and traffic flow during the construction work a temporary track will be established as a side road. The work duration at each site is expected to be approximately 6 weeks, subject to weather conditions.
Blue Knob Road
Remediation works are planned to commence in April 2024 on several landslips on Blue Knob Road, the two sites currently under temporary traffic control measures. Our primary focus is to ensure the well-being of our community and to efficiently manage the project to minimise disruption. We will notify residents of the exact date and provide further information on the works closer to commencement. The expected duration of the works will be approximately nine months, this estimated period includes the remediation of the total of four landslips.
Leycester Road
Leycester Road design is currently underway with expected completion in May 2024. Works are expected to start on site in August 2024 and will take approximately two months to complete. Funding for these works has been approved.
Oakey Creek Road
Currently there are five major landslips on Oakey Creek Road. Due to the complex nature of these sites, which involves multiple design iterations and reviews from civil, structural, and geotechnical engineers, the designs are expected to be completed by September 2024, with works to commence early in 2025 pending funding approvals.
Stony Chute Road
There are multiple landslips along Stoney Chute Road, seven of these being complex and two being non-complex. Works will commence on the noncomplex sites during April with the expected completion of June 2024. The more complex sites are currently under design with this process anticipated to be completed by August 2024 and works estimated to start towards the end of 2024 pending funding approvals.
Terania Creek Road
Terania Creek Road has multiple landslip sites currently under design with expected completion in September 2024 with works estimated to commence in early 2025 pending funding approval. Currently works are underway on multiple bridges with works anticipated to be completed mid-2024.
Wallace Road
Wallace Road has two major landslips currently under design with this process expected to be completed by the end of June 2024. It is estimated the works will commence towards the end of 2024 pending funding approvals. Please note, we are unable to schedule works until we receive funding approval.
Woodlawn Road
Woodlawn Road design is currently underway with expected completion in May 2024. Works are estimated to start on site in August 2024 and will take approximately three months to complete. Funding for these works has been approved. -
Flood Restoration - Roads & Bridges Update (Sept 2023)
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Please note, several road and bridge projects progressing concurrently, below are updates for some projects progressing this month. Please check the 'Projects By Name' and select the road name for latest updates. Additionally, if there is a road you would like specific flood restoration updates on, please register your contact details via our notification list form.
COMPLETED WORKS
Bungabbee Road
Recently the Bungabbee Road bridge approaches works were completed to repair damages from the 2022 natural disaster. The works involved re-construction of the damaged approaches and re-instatement of guard rails, drainage, and scour protection around abutments.
Dudgeon Road BridgeWorks were scheduled and completed last month to repair the flood damaged Bungabbee Road bridge approaches. The works involved re-construction of the damaged approaches and re-instatement of guard rails, drainage, and scour protection around abutments.
Major Flood Recovery Works Map
Our interactive map recently underwent upgrades to improve user experience and include other flood recovery departments. Water and wastewater along with Flood Restoration Building projects have now been implemented into the map and in the coming month the flood restoration buildings will all be included. The map assists the community with finding efficient, up-to-date information about restoration works.
CURRENT WORKS
Nimbin Road
Works are continuing for the Nimbin Road landslips. Site Km1, located 1 Km from Nimbin has all the concrete works and piling complete with the installation of block wall in progress. This site is on schedule for the road to be fully open before Christmas. Site Km4, located 4 Km’s from Nimbin is currently undergoing construction of gabion walls, these are used for scour protection, which prevents soil from being washed away and helps strengthen the road. The site also has piling in progress with approximately 30% completed.
Keerrong Road
Works have commenced on Keerrong Road for excavation of slipped material and reconstruction of the road embankment. The works are scheduled for approximately 3 weeks, subject to weather, contractor, and material availability. A full road closure will be required around the works zone throughout the works period. A detour is available via Pinchin Road, motorists will be notified ahead of the closure via roadside signage, updated through www.livetraffic.com. Residents will have access to their properties via Pinchin Road and The Channon Road but will be unable to drive through the landslip work zone. Please adhere to all road closed signs and directions from any traffic controllers.
Geotechnical Investigations
The Lismore City Council (LCC), Flood Recovery – Roads and Bridges team recently secured interim funding for additional geotechnical investigations and survey to commence on several flood affected roads. Initial investigations took place in 2022 to inform the designers about the geological conditions and failure mechanism. This information was used to apply for funding to repair. Additional investigations are now required to inform the final design.
Geotechnical drilling is a type of drilling that is performed as part of the construction process to assist with better understanding a site. Investigations involve collecting rock and soil samples to obtain data regarding surface and subsurface examination. These samples provide valuable insights into the physical properties of the site, enabling engineers to design and construct remediation works to deliver roads that are safer and more durable.
Roads approved for investigations include Bice Road, Bishops Creek Road, Black Road, Blue Knob Road, Boyle Road, Cawongla Road, Cosy Camp Road, Cross Road, Gungas Road, Johnston Road, Koonorigan Road, Lillian Rock, Martin Road, Mountain Top Road, Oakey Creek Road, Orion Street, Rock Valley Road, Skyline Road, Stanger Road, Stony Chute Road, Terania Creek Road, The Channon Road, Tuntable Creek Road, Upper Tuntable Falls Road, Wallace Road, Whian Whian Road, Yeager Road and Zouch Road.
Cawongla Road
Significant changes to the traffic control measures at the Cawongla Road Landslide site, near Martin Road, were recently implemented. It was identified that the site was deemed unsafe due to technical issues with the traffic lights, including repeated battery charge depletion, and concerns about safety. Therefore, the traffic lights previously regulating traffic flow have been replaced with a “Give Way” sign and a “Stop” sign. This decision was prompted by multiple incidents of road users running the red lights, posing a serious safety hazard. The new signage system aims to simplify traffic management while mitigating potential hazards. All signage has been installed as per the amended traffic guidance scheme, and a comprehensive risk assessment was conducted before implementing these changes to ensure the safety of all individuals travelling through the site.
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Flood Restoration - Roads & Bridges Update (July 2023)
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Please note, several road and bridge projects progressing concurrently, below are updates for some projects progressing this month. Please check the 'Projects By Name' and select the road name for latest updates. Additionally, if there is a road you would like specific flood restoration updates on, please register your contact details via our notification list form.
COMPLETED WORKS
Pavement Investigations
During July, Council completed pavement investigations involving drilling operations on the following roads:
- Rock Valley / Cawongla Road
- Crofton Road
Cawongla Road
During July, flood remediation drainage works were completed on Cawongla Road.
CURRENT WORKS
Nimbin Road
Roadworks have commenced on two landslip sites on Nimbin Road that have been identified as significantly impacted by the February 2022 natural disaster. Funding was secured through the Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangement (DRFA). This funding is allocated to repair damage sustained during the February 2022 natural disaster only.
Works have already commenced at both sites, with Site 1 is approximately 1 km from Nimbin and Site 2 is approximately 4 kms from Nimbin. The works are currently on program at Site 1 with bulk earthworks now completed and 80 piles out of 240 are now installed. In the following weeks, concrete works are due to commence. At Site 2, there is an approximately 2 weeks delay due to the requirement to construct additional erosion protection to stop the soil washing away in heavy rain. The gabion erosion protection will be completed this week and pile installation will commence in 2 weeks’ time.
The works are expected to occur over 9 months from mid-May 2023 subject to weather, contractor, and material availability. This will involve piling and retaining wall construction works to allow repair of the landslips, reconstruction of pavement, reinstatement of road and guardrail barriers along with installing signs, guideposts, and line marking. Traffic control lights remain in place and existing single lane traffic control will remain in place during the works period. Council would like to thank the residents of the region for their patience during this time.
Pavement Investigations
Council staff are continuing to perform pavement investigations involving drilling operations on the following roads:
- Blue Knob Road
- Jiggi Road
- Gwynne Road
- Nimbin Road
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Flood Restoration - Roads & Bridges Update (Jan 2023)
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Please note, there are several road and bridge projects progressing concurrently. Below are updates of some projects progressing this month. Please check the 'Projects By Name' and select the road name for latest updates. Additionally, if there is a road you would like to secure specific updates on, please utilise the Q+A function of this page, or email council@lismore.nsw.gov.au
COMPLETED WORKS
Cawongla Road
Excitingly, the Cawongla Road pipes’ replacement project was ahead of schedule and the road opened at the end of January before school started. We would like to thank all the residents of Larnook and the surrounding region for their patience and cooperation during these repairs. The works consisted of replacing two culverts that suffered significant damage during the 2022 floods. Further details can be found on the latest Cawongla Road update on the following link:
Sheehan Road
Works have been completed on Sheehan Road to address issues caused from the February and March 2022 floods. This has involved overlay and drainage works to repair flood damages.
Mountain Top Road, Standing Street, Nimbin Street & Wallace Road
Overlay works have been completed on Mountain Top Road, Standing Street, Nimbin Street and Wallace Road, to address issues caused from the February and March 2022 floods.
Blue Knob Road
Works are completed for Blue Knob Road, these included removing and replacing the existing material from the road surface, along with grading and rolling the road with a temporary seal over the new surface. A planned return to complete permanent works will be scheduled during 2023.
CURRENT WORKSTuntable Creek Road
The works crew remobilised to the site at the beginning of January, this stage of construction consists of excavating into the slope above the road and installing 49 soil nails and 100m2 shotcrete. Additionally, crews are also reconstructing pavement through the slip zone and installing light traffic control and opening one lane. The works are expected to be complete in February with additional updates to be provided as the works commence on the upper slope. For further details please visit the Tuntable Creek Road update link below:
Wyrallah Road
Pavement rehabilitation works are commencing shortly to reconstruct and rehabilitate approximately 500m of Wyrallah Road. Throughout this construction process drainage works, kerb installation and subsoil installation will also be completed. For further details please visit the Wyrallah Road update link below:
Swan Bay Road
Overlay and drainage works are currently underway to repair damages from the October flood event for Swan Bay Road.
Crofton Road & Rock Valley/Cawongla Road
Drainage works are continuing for Crofton Road and Rock Valley/Cawongla Road these include desilt and reshape table drainage, installing headwalls and pipe extensions as required to ensure water runoff from the road, to prevent future road damages from occurring.
FUTURE WORKSMunro Wharf Road
Overlay and drainage works to repair damages from the October flood event will commence shortly for Munro Wharf Road.
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Flood Restoration - Roads & Bridges Update (Nov 2022)
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Please note, there are several road and bridge projects progressing concurrently. Below are updates of some projects progressing this week.
Please check the 'Projects By Name' and select the road name for latest updates. Additionally, if there is a road you would like to secure specific updates on, please utilise the Q+A function of this page, or email council@lismore.nsw.gov.au
Tuntable Creek Road temporary access works
Geotechnical drilling is continuing to refine the design to provide temporary road access.
The road is completed closed to pedestrians from Monday, 28 November 2022 to allow emergency soil nailing works to take place.
Image 1: “Slikenslide” (Geotech term) – evidence of historic landslip at this location (Note: the yellow flecks are unfortunately not gold!) Image 2: Tuntable Creek Road – current landslip site Gravel roads repair works continuing in Precinct 12 (Fraser and Ridgewood Roads)
Image: Fraser & Ridgewood RoadsTemporary stabilisation of landslip on Stony Chute Road
Currently one lane of traffic is open between Whitney and Stanger Roads. During investigation works for the permanent design it was noted that the open lane was at risk of failure due to scour and erosion. A temporary solution using rock to buttress the open face was developed and works were completed last week. Further works are ongoing to repair damaged temporary pavement along Stony Chute Road.
Image: Stony Chute Road Landslip Heavy patch pavement
Works are continuing on Blue Knob Road, Jiggi Road, Nimbin Road and Riverbank Road. Riverbank Road has traffic restrictions in place for driver safety through the work sites.
Image: Blue Knob & Nimbin Pavement Works