CHANGED TRAFFIC CONDITIONS - Jacksons Bridge

Carrathool Shire Council in pursuance of the Roads (General) Regulations 2018 hereby gives notice that:

Please be advised that Council will commence bridgeworks on the Mossgiel Road from 05 July, 2021. This work is anticipated to take thirty (30) weeks to complete, weather permitting.

The work includes the replacement of the old wooden bridge (Jacksons Bridge) on the Lachlan River, as well as pavement reconstruction to improve heavy vehicle access on the Mossgiel Road.

As a result of these works, there will be traffic interruptions as follows:

Mossgiel Road (at the bridge) will have a restricted speed limit of 40kph, through the work zone, A detour will be in place for the duration of the works using a temporary bridge. There is a give way on either side of the temp bridge and the bridge is one lane only. There is no overtaking permitted on the temp bridge. The temp bridge has a weight restriction of 100 tonnes. Road users are reminded to adhere to all traffic conditions along this route.

An extensive Traffic Management Plan will be in place during these works. Council acknowledges the inconvenience these works may cause, especially to local residents. We thank you for your continued understanding during these infrastructure development works.

If you have any further concerns please contact Council’s Director Infrastructure Services, Paul Farrell, on 02 6961 7600.