Kindee Bridge

• Not at this stage. Investigations are complete, the bridge remains open, and no construction has commenced.
• Closures will be required later when rehabilitation works begin. Council will confirm any closures, restrictions or access changes once design and construction planning are finalised and will provide advance notice where possible.
• Please note: the bridge will also be closed to all vehicles and pedestrians if the Hastings River exceeds 1.7m at the Kindee Bridge gauge.

Council will keep working with specialist contractors to progress the project. This includes finalising the design for the repair works, and planning the safety measures and site access needed to carry out the repairs safely.

The remediation design is nearing completion. Once it’s finalised, Council will move into the next stage of detailed planning for how the repair works will be delivered safely (including site access and safety arrangements). This stage is expected to take around two months.

Once both stages are complete, Council will be able to confirm:

• construction timing and duration
• how the works will be delivered
• any traffic or access impacts, including whether closures or restrictions are required

Any impacts will be clearly communicated in advance.

• Bus operations are currently unaffected by the 3.5t load limit, so services will run as normal.
• Council will work with bus operators to plan for any future requirements once scope and timeframes are confirmed.

Yes. A detour via Pipeclay Road remains open and should be used for vehicles over 3.5t or in the event of a closure at Kindee Bridge. Grading of Pipeclay Road is currently ongoing, and Council will continue to monitor its condition. However, as an unsealed road, it can deteriorate quickly after rainfall. We encourage all drivers to travel carefully and drive to conditions at all times.

Residents are encouraged to report any concerns to Customer Service on 6581 8111 so we can respond promptly.

In 2021 Council explored design options for a potential replacement bridge and engaged with the community, who supported a new structure immediately upstream. However, funding has not been sourced or allocated to progress the next stages of that project.

Council’s current focus is on planning and delivering the rehabilitation of the existing bridge.

Council will continue to provide updates through the project webpage, social media, and direct communication with impacted residents, especially if conditions change or further measures are required.

You can also subscribe to receive email updates on key milestones of this project via the subscribe button on this webpage.

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