TRC to upgrade Mally Road, Hodgson Vale from early October

Toowoomba Regional Council will apply temporary change to traffic conditions on Mally Road, Hodgson Vale as it carries out safety improvement works. Construction work will begin in early October to replace a steel culvert that is in poor condition with a multi-cell reinforced box culvert and complete upgrades to adjacent roads and drainage works.

Toowoomba Regional Council Chair of Infrastructure Committee, Cr Carol Taylor, said work at the culvert, between Bradley Court and Bunya Pine Drive, was expected to take up to six months to complete, weather permitting.

“The nature of the work will mean the road will be closed during the culvert renewal and detours will be in place for the construction period.

“The project will offer numerous benefits for Hodgson Vale residents,” Cr Taylor said.

“Council will replace the existing culvert and take this opportunity to build in improved flood resilience.

“Council will complete additional works with the culvert upgrade including replacement of the water main at the culvert crossing, embankment stabilisation, realigning of storm water pipes and pedestrian footpath construction.

“Construction will start on Wednesday, October 3 2018. Works will generally occur between 6am – 6pm on weekdays; however, there may be a requirement to undertake some weekend and night works.

“Once completed, the new structure will improve safety and build in flood resilience allowing continued access for the local community.

Cr Taylor said that Council has been working with effected residents to make sure they are fully informed about the project including identifying alternate routes during the Mally Road closure.

“Council will seek to minimise disruption where possible and apologise in advance for any inconvenience this may cause and ask for the community’s patience during the project,” Cr Taylor said.

“Signage and traffic controls will be in place for the safety of motorists and construction crews.

“Pedestrian access/walking tracks will be maintained at all times during construction.

“Please plan ahead for your trips and follow all signage for the safety of motorists and construction workers.”

The Australian Government’s Bridges Renewal Program proudly supports the Mally Road Culvert Replacement project with 50% funding andToowoomba Regional Council is contributing the other 50% funding.

For further inquiries about the project please contact Toowoomba Regional Council quoting Mally Road Upgrade Project on 131 872 or email [email protected].