Source: DTMR - Heavy Vehicles Unit
The Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR) advises that additional conditions have been introduced to the Conditions of Operation Database for Tommy Creek bridge, located 20kms north of Cloncurry on the Burke Developmental Road (89A).
These conditions are in response to recent inspections carried out via TMR that have identified cracking consistent with overstress.
While it is still safe for normal use, its capacity has been reduced, and it is being closely monitored to avoid further damage. Restrictions will be introduced on low loader and platform trailer combinations and will require affected operators to resubmit permit applications for detailed structural assessment prior to approval.
TMR is urgently investigating the matter to identify and implement alternate solutions for affected vehicles as a priority. Further updates and any changes to conditions will be communicated following completion of the investigation.
Current restrictions
Load platform trailers that do not meet all of the following limits must apply for a special assessment permit through the NHVR portal:
- Minimum 1.8m trailer axle to axle spacing
- Maximum 28t per tandem dolly
- Maximum 13 axle row trailer
- Maximum 6t/trailer axle
Low loader combinations that do not meet all of the following limits must apply for a special assessment permit through the NHVR portal:
- Minimum 6m distance from last drive axle (for without dolly), or last dolly axle (for with dolly) to first trailer axle
- Minimum 2.8m of last drive to first dolly axle spacing (for Low loader with dolly only)
- Less than 3.4m ground contact width
- Maximum 6t/dolly axle
- Maximum 6t/trailer axle
- Maximum 49t GCM
Heavy vehicle combinations that exceed these requirements are unable to cross Tommy Creek bridge without an updated approved permit. Operators can apply for a special assessment permit through the NHVR portal here: Access permit application process | NHVR
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