Source: DTMR - Heavy Vehicles Unit
The Department of Transport and Main Roads advises Blue Mountain Road will reopen at Prospect Creek in both drections from 6pm 22 May 2026.
Please be advised a 10-tonne Gross Vehicle Mass load limit is in place until 5 June 2026.
The load limit will remain in place pending the completion of bridge rehabilitation repairs, weather and site conditions permitting.
Road users are reminded to drive with caution and follow the direction of signage.
Oversize and overmass vehicles are advised to review the heavy vehicles conditions database ahead of journey.
Contact details:
Thank you for your patience while these works are undertaken.
If you require any further information, please contact the project team at TMR Mackay / Whitsunday District by phone on 4951 8555 or by email at mackay.office@tmr.qld.gov.au.
Information on the latest traffic conditions is available on 13 19 40 or by visiting www.QLDtraffic.qld.gov.au.
We 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.
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