Utility investigations between Narromine and Baradine, from 24 March
From Monday 24 March 2025, we will undertake utility investigations along the Inland Rail corridor, between Narromine and Baradine. These investigations identify and map services to prevent damage during future construction and prevent dangerous and costly accidents.
Work being done
Our contractor MinStaff Survey will deploy a small crew of field surveyors to collect the data.
Utilities being investigated include water pipes, electric cables, fibre optic cables, gas pipes, drainage and sewage pipelines. Our work will also include confirming the height of all overhead powerlines.
What can I expect?
- Changed traffic conditions and reduced speed limits where work is near public roads.
- Service locators using equipment like a Ground Penetrating Radar or an Electromagnetic Locator to identify depth and position of underground utilities.
- Technicians using hand tools or non-destructive digging machinery to expose below ground utilities.
- Nearby residents may experience some daytime noise.
- Wooden stakes in the ground identifying utility locations. Markings will indicate utility type, depth and direction the utility runs.
Machinery used
Water cart, non-destructive digging machinery, small digging equipment, support vehicles, traffic management equipment and signage.
What is Non-Destructive Digging?
Non-destructive digging (NDD) is a digging technique that uses high-pressure water and a vacuum to dig around underground utilities. It’s also known as hydro excavation or vacuum excavation. Once utilities have been located, a high-pressure hose is used to loosen surrounding soil. A vacuum sucks up the loosened soil, debris, and water.
How we're managing impacts
- Traffic management will be in place to ensure safe access for all road users.
- Reduced road speeds in the vicinity of work areas.
- Regular contact with impacted landowners to discuss site activity and any land access requirements.
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 please phone 1800 732 761 or email inlandrailnsw@inlandrail.com.au.
Thank you for your patience and cooperation while we carry out these works.
