Ground Investigation and Survey Works, Broadford, 1 October – 30 November, 2024

Specialist contractors will undertake site surveys and investigation works at various locations along High Street and Marchbanks Road.

Snapshot

Date

01 October 2024 - 30 November 2024

Working hours

7am-6pm Monday to Friday

7am-1pm Saturday

Location

Marchbanks Road

Town
  • Broadford
Local Government Area
  • Mitchell Shire Council

Work being done

Activities will include:

  • Surveying the Marchbanks Road bridge, road, pavement levels and the railway track at multiple locations. Surveys may also be required at a small number of private properties. Impacted property owners will be contacted regarding access prior to any works commencing.
  • 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 complete 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.

 

Location

 

Map of Marchbanks Road Bridge in Broadford showing locations as described in the text.

What can I expect?

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, survey equipment, hand tools and service vehicles operating at each site
  • Nearby residents may hear some noise during this time and can expect some additional construction workers and vehicles in the area.

Machinery used

Small truck mounted drill rig, 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

For any concerns or enquiries phone 1800 732 761 or email inlandrailvic@inlandrail.com.au

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

 


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