Tantulean Creek bridge replacement

  • Project typeCapital Works
  • Project value$1.397 million
  • Project scheduleMid-May - Mid-Aug 2025
  • Contractor nameHD Civil Pty Ltd

Update - road closure begins 4 June

The closure of Little River Road has been delayed until 4 June.

The delay is primarily due to rain which caused a crossing on the detour route on Northangera Road to be underwater.

We also delayed the closure from the planned start date of 19 May to allow us to consider advice from the ecologist survey that was done on Friday 16 May. The ecologist has provided advice that will allow the project to proceed, with implementation of ecological mitigation measures, particularly during bridge demolition and vegetation removal or pruning.

Detour

The detour for the Tantulean Creek Bridge Replacement will be via Northangera Road and the Kings Highway. The detour route will be in place once Little River Road closes for works on the bridge replacement and it is will add 12 minutes to travel time. The detour is expected to take affect from 4 June, weather permitting - and will be in place for approximately 12 weeks.

Temporary road signs will be in installed at key locations to inform road users.

Project information

The project involves demolishing the existing timber structure and constructing a new concrete bridge using InQuik components. The upgrade will also include roadworks on both bridge approaches. The new single-span bridge will measure 18.5m by 8.42m.

HD Civil are the contractor doing the works, which includes:

  • removal of trees
  • installation of temporary pedestrian bridge
  • demolishing the timber bridge
  • installation the new concrete bridge.

Council crews have been doing some maintenance on the detour via Northangera Road to improve the road condition and line of sight. The maintenance works include:

  • Traffic management
  • Pruning and removing trees that are leaning towards the road
  • Heavy grading
  • Vegetation management 

Council has received a $1.397m grant to replace the existing timber bridge at Tantulean Creek on Little River Road, Mongarlowe.

This project is proudly funded by the NSW Government.

Location

Little River Road, Mongarlowe 2622  View Map

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