Asphalt works are scheduled to take place at Noah Creek Bridge on Thursday 6 November, between 8:30am and 4:30pm. Traffic control will be in place throughout the day, and due to the narrowness of the bridge, delays of up to 30 minutes may be experienced during this time. We appreciate your patience and recommend planning your travel accordingly.
Overview
Background
In 2018, the Council initiated a project to design and construct a new bridge across Noah’s Creek, slightly upstream from the current bridge’s alignment. However, this location was deemed unsuitable due to numerous constraints, including land revocations, planning applications and cultural heritage issues, leading to the abandonment of the alternative alignment.
Post Cyclone Jasper
The bridge is currently undergoing redesign to contain the bridge and its approaches wholly within the road reserve boundaries, thus negating the need for any land acquisition. The new bridge will contain concrete piles and concrete deck units.
As part new bridge construction, a temporary bypass will also be built to carry all traffic during construction of a new bridge. This will be a dry bypass, suitable for all types of vehicles.
Noah Creek Bridge is currently load rated to 8 tonnes. Vehicles heavier than 8 tonnes may use the causeway upstream. Note there is a 25-tonne load limit on the causeway.
Noah Creek Bridge
Temporary bypass
Noah’s Bridge – Preliminary Design
Note: The timelines are tentative and will depend on State Government Agency approvals for funding, environmental and other permits. Construction period is dependent on wet weather conditions.
Enquiries & Updates
For more information or if you have any questions, please contact Gaye Scott on 0418 793 009, or (07) 4099 9444 or email drfa.enquiries@douglas.qld.gov.au
