Ground investigation and survey works, Hume Freeway bridge, Tallarook, 8 October – 30 November 2024

Inland Rail will undertake site surveys and investigation works at various locations in and around the Hume Freeway bridge, Tallarook.

Snapshot

Date

08 October 2024 - 30 November 2024

Working hours
  • 7am-6pm Monday to Friday
  • 7am-1pm Saturdays
Location

Various locations in and around the Hume Freeway bridge

Town
  • Tallarook
Local Government Area
  • Mitchell Shire Council

Work being done

Specialist contractors will undertake site surveys and investigation works at various locations in and around the Hume Freeway bridge, Tallarook.

Activities will include:

  • Surveying the railway track, road and pavement levels at multiple locations including the Hume Freeway bridge near Gairns Lane. Surveys may also be required at a small number of private properties. Impacted property owners will be contacted regarding access prior to works
  • Locating and mapping underground services using non-destructive digging (NDD)
  • Borehole drilling using a small truck mounted drill rig to take soil samples for testing and assessment. Once the works are completed at each location the hole will be filled.

During this time pedestrians and drivers are asked to take care and observe all traffic management instructions and signage.

Works area

Map of work area in Tallarook during October and November 2024.

What can I expect

  • Works 7am-6pm Monday to Friday and 7am-1pm Saturdays
  • Traffic management may be required in some locations where works are occurring close to roads. Please observe all traffic management instructions and signage
  • Reduced speed limits of 40km/h near works
  • Workers using machinery, equipment, hand tools and service vehicles operating at each site
  • Nearby residents may hear some noise during daylight hours and can expect some additional construction workers and vehicles in the area.

Machinery used

Small truck mounted drill rig, elevated work platform, NDD truck, support vehicles, workers using hand tools and survey equipment, traffic management equipment and signage.

How we're managing impacts

  • Traffic management and reduced road speeds
  • Environmental controls in place
  • Access to private properties will be maintained.

Cancellation of works

Works can sometimes be cancelled at short notice depending on weather and other factors. Should this occur, works will be rescheduled.

Contact

Thank you for your patience and cooperation while we carry out these works.

Phone: 1800 732 761

Email: inlandrailnsw@inlandrail.com.au


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