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Stretch of Bruce Highway set for $2.5m upgrade to embankment

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A stretch of the Bruce Highway on the Sunshine Coast will be upgraded over the coming months to reduce the risk of landslips.

The $2.5 million project will focus on a short section of the embankment supporting the northbound carriageway of the highway just south of Cooroy.

Work is due to begin this month and is expected to take up to three months to complete, weather and construction conditions permitting.

A spokesperson for the Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR) said reduced speed limits would be in place while the works were carried out.

“Safety is the top priority for TMR and road conditions across the region are regularly monitored to ensure safety standards are maintained,” they said.

“Through these regular checks, it was identified that improvements were needed to maintain roadside stability and drainage at this location, just south of Cooroy, reducing the likelihood of future landslips.

A map posted by MP Sandy Bolton showing the location of the works.

“The majority of the works will take place during the day, Monday to Friday, with two lanes open at all times.

“Some night works will be necessary, requiring a single-lane closure.

“Occasional weekend works will be considered if required.

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“Reduced speed limits will be in place at all times throughout the works, adjacent to the site.

“Where lane closures apply, traffic controllers, reduced speed limits and signage will be in place to safeguard road users and workers.”

Noosa MP Sandy Bolton posted about the works on social media, saying key works would include strengthening of the embankment, replacing a damaged guardrail, removing debris from concrete drainage channels and minor vegetation clearing.

“Motorists may experience delays when temporary single-lane closures are in place at night,” she posted.

Slope stabilisation works are done by TMR as part of the region’s Maintenance Preservation and Environment Program.

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