Murray Valley Highway works Barnawartha North

Throughout April and May 2023, our contractors McConnell Dowell will undertake construction works for the Inland Rail project near Murray Valley Highway, Barnawartha North.

Snapshot

Date

April 2023 - May 2023

Working hours

7am to 6pm, weekdays

Location

Murray Valley Highway, Barnawartha North

Town
  • Barnawartha North
Local Government Area
  • Wodonga City Council

Work being done

Works include further piling and capping beams to strengthen the foundations of the existing Murray Valley Highway rail overpass, in preparation for lowering the rail track.

Piling involves drilling deep into the ground to ensure strong foundations for the existing bridge. Concrete capping beams are installed on top of the piles, linking them for added strength.

Utility relocations and drainage works will also continue.

What can I expect

  • Construction noise during daylight hours with mitigation measures in place,
  • Ground excavation at various locations,
  • Trucks and other vehicles entering and exiting the construction site, may cause some minor traffic delays,
  • Heavy machinery and equipment operating onsite,
  • Delivery of materials and equipment.

Machinery used

  • Trucks,
  • Cranes,
  • Excavators,
  • Concrete trucks,
  • Loaders,
  • Light vehicles.

How we’re managing impacts

  • Water carts will be onsite to wet down areas to assist in managing dust,
  • Traffic management will be in place to ensure safe access for all road users where required,
  • Environmental controls in place.

Contact

Phone: 1800 929 244

Email: victoriaprojects@artc.com.au

Post: 39 Bakehouse Road, Kensington, VIC 3031

Murray Valley Highway – works – Barnawartha North works site

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