Work on the replacement of the Hansens Gully Bridge in Mondure will begin this month.
South Burnett mayor Wayne Kratzmann said contractor Construction Project Management had been engaged to start the $750,000 bridge replacement project on September 16.
“The work will mean residents will have a bridge that will be able to carry heavier road limits than in recent times, and be serviceable well into the future,” Mayor Kratzmann said.
Council first imposed a 35 tonne load limit on Hansens Gully Bridge in 2013 after a routine inspection disclosed deterioration in the bridge’s timber structure.
This was further reduced to a 10 tonne load limit in August 2014 because of deterioration and damage to the bridge’s timber decking planks, then raised to 35 tonnes again after repairs were carried out.
The current project includes the removal of the existing structure, construction of the new bridge, roadworks, signage, and line marking.
It’s expected the work will take approximately 28 weeks, weather permitting.
During construction, Mondure Road will be closed to all traffic with alternate routes available and signage installed to assist with the detour.
“I’d like to thank residents for their patience – this work will result in a better bridge to meet their needs,” the Mayor said.
