The design of the bridges includes:
• Large culverts which will allow for a slightly greater flow of water (than is currently available) and thereby help reduce the risk of flooding.
• Rock beaching to reduce the likelihood of erosion.
• Adequately provision for increased use caused by any future residential developments planned in the area.
• Pedestrian pathways across both bridges to remove pinch points and the need for pedestrians to traverse the lanes of traffic, and to enable connectivity to future planned pathways along Campbells Creek Fryers Road.
Please note that Council is continuing to advocate for funding for a pathway from Campbells Creek to the Recreational Reserve as a priority identified in the current Walking and Cycling Strategy. The pathway section from the recreational reserve to the bridges (and beyond) are yet to be designed.
The design has been completed in accordance with the North Central Catchment Management Authority (NCCMA) permit conditions.
We are happy to report that the large Manna gum tree located next to the northern bridge has been saved by the use of hydro excavation under an arborist’s supervision whilst excavating for the foundations for the bridge. The gum trees located near the southern bridge will also remain as construction work will not interfere or effect any of these trees.
The sandstone blocks have been removed and stored so that they can be reused on future projects in Campbells Creek.