Project Value: $5.2M

Project Duration: 40 weeks

Client: City of Gold Coast Council

Project Overview

This construction project will result in two traffic lanes and a pedestrian walkway being provided on the new bridge and improved road geometry for the bridge approaches. Stage 1 works will comprise earthworks, roadworks and drainage for the southern approach to the new bridge. Stage 2 bridge construction works will commence in July 2014 and the final stage roadworks connections will be completed early in 2015.

Project Characteristics

The project will involve the construction of a 3 x 23m span concrete bridge complete with;

• Cast in-situ concrete piles;
• Concrete Abutment, Pier Headstock, Column and Pile Cap construction;
• Supply and erection of Precast Concrete Deck Units;
• Construction of a cast in-situ deck slab;
• Supply and erection of bridge balustrade and pedestrian barrier;
• Rock Batter Protection;
• Construction of an on bridge service duct including service installation;
• 2.0m wide footpath over bridge;
• Anti-graffiti protection coating to bridge concrete;
• Minor drainage works, other;
• Miscellaneous Works.

Key Project Outcomes

The key project outcomes for the local community and motorist include;

• Replace load limited bridge that will now cater for two way travel;
• Improved immunity from flood events;
• Increased safety for road users;
• Improved pedestrian access.