Road Conditions: Flinders Highway, Pentland Rail Overpass - Temporary width restrictions and reduced speed limit

Information from Department of Transport and Main Roads, Heavy Vehicles Unit

From Tuesday 23 May to Sunday 28 May 2023, between 7am and 4.30pm each day, temporary width restrictions will be in place at Pentland Rail Overpass located approximately 144km west of Charters Towers.

Oversize vehicle and wide loads exceeding 3.0m in width cannot cross this structure during these times.

From Monday 22 May to Friday 2 June 2023, single lane operation will be in place with the speed limit reduced to 60km/h.

Please drive with caution and obey all signage.

Reminder:

TMR are continuously monitoring, assessing and reviewing our roads, bridges and culverts across Queensland. Conditions can change quickly, particularly due to weather. Restrictions are implemented to maintain ongoing safety for all road users.

It is your responsibility to make sure you're using up-to-date information when you assess the suitability of your route.

You must check the Conditions of Operation Database before you start your journey.

Visit the QLDTraffic website, download the app or call 13 19 40 to report an incident or get real-time traffic reports.