April 26, 2019
Work will resume next week on the $8 million project to rehabilitate the Heritage-listed Dickabram Bridge, part of the former Kingaroy-Theebine rail line.
A Department of Transport and Main Roads spokesperson said the bridge would be closed from midday on Monday (April 29) to mid-December, weather permitting.
However, pedestrians will still be able to use the bridge for most of this period.
The project involves replacing some of the aged timber girders, decking, piles and other structural elements.
The works will ensure the bridge remains structurally trafficable.
Due to the bridge’s age and design, coupled with the complexity of the required rehabilitation works, the project cannot be completed without full bridge closures.
Temporary props will be installed while Pier 11 is rehabilitated.
The rehabilitation program is anticipated to extend into 2020.
The Queensland Ambulance Service is aware of the bridge closure and alternate routes.
However, callers requesting emergency assistance to Triple 0 have also been advised to inform the call taker of the bridge closure when providing the address and location of any incidents.
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