Lakes Entrance - Bullock Island Bridge Construction

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About the Project

The bridge construction commenced in July 2021 and is due for completion by December 2022.

Sheet pilling for the new bridge has commenced, this is to cater for the new bridge, which is wider than the existing bridge. Rock is being used to form a groyne for heavy machinery to work from. The waterway under the bridge has now been closed by Gippsland Ports, so works can progress at full capacity. The construction site has been closed to all pedestrians until further notice. The bridge will be down to single lane traffic 24 hours a day from late August 2021 until project completion.

This project is fully funded by the Federal Government’s Building Our Future program.


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About the Project

The bridge construction commenced in July 2021 and is due for completion by December 2022.

Sheet pilling for the new bridge has commenced, this is to cater for the new bridge, which is wider than the existing bridge. Rock is being used to form a groyne for heavy machinery to work from. The waterway under the bridge has now been closed by Gippsland Ports, so works can progress at full capacity. The construction site has been closed to all pedestrians until further notice. The bridge will be down to single lane traffic 24 hours a day from late August 2021 until project completion.

This project is fully funded by the Federal Government’s Building Our Future program.


If you would like to find other projects in your town, simply type the town name in the search bar.

  • Project Update 20/03/2023

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    Bullock Island Bridge is complete, apart from the following finishing works.

    1. Removal of bollards once grass has started to grow.
    2. SP Ausnet to energise lighting system in the next week.

  • Project Update 3/2/2023

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    Footpath works
    Over the next two weeks we are working with our contractors to replace the top layer of concrete on the Bullock Island Bridge footpath.
    Why?
    Our contractor and officers have identified numerous superficial cracks appearing in the footpaths on both sides of the new bridge.
    Structural engineers have advised the cracks would not impact the structural integrity of the bridge, however the footpath would most likely continue to crack and stain. Investigations found no reason for cracking; all cement was certified and applied correctly.
    We have decided to remove the top layer of the existing footpath and replace it with new reinforced concrete to ensure the bridge remains in serviceable condition over its 100-year design life and does not have unsightly cracks.
    Contractors started rectification works started this week and the works are expected to take two weeks to complete. Works will be undertaken at material cost only within the project budget.
    The bridge remains open to vehicles and pedestrians.

  • Project Update 19/12/2022

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    BULLOCK ISLAND BRIDGE OPEN !!!

  • Project Update 23/11/2022

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    Bullock Island Bridge is on track to be open to traffic by Christmas 2022.

    • Final Sub structure concrete pour was completed last week.
    • Concrete approach slabs to poured by the end of next week.
    • Footpath and railing to be installed in first week of December.
    • Rock beaching and sheet pile installation to be completed second week of December.
    • Asphalt road surface to be installed third week of December.
    • Clean-up works and demobilisation will take place after the 10 January 2023.

  • Project Update 10/11/2022

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    The Bullock Island Bridge project reached a milestone on 10 November 2022, when the final section of road, kerb and channel were completed.

    Footpath, guardrail, handrail and road approaches are to be completed before Christmas.

    Both lanes of bridge are on track to be open for traffic for the Christmas tourist season.

  • Project Update 25/10/2022

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    Stage 2 of the bridge replacement is progressing and on schedule to be open to all traffic by Christmas.


    • Installation of remaining beams will be completed by the end of the week.
    • Concrete deck to be poured in November
    • Handrail and guardrail installation to be completed by mid-December.

  • Project Update 9/08/2022

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    Stage 1 of construction of the Bullock Island bridge is now complete and ready for vehicle use. Installation of stainless-steel handrail and LED lighting will occur towards the end of the whole project. The newly completed lane is now open to traffic with the footpath continuing to be closed whilst there is nearby construction activity. Construction of Stage 2 has commenced which includes construction of a footpath and outbound lane. The relocation of utility services that were housed within the bridge is now also complete. The project is on track for completion by December 2022, just in time for the busy tourist season.

  • Project Update 8/06/2022

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    Due to matters outside of Council’s control, works have stopped on the Bullock Island bridge project. It is expected that works will recommence in the week commencing 23 June. Works have progressed well so far and are on track for completion by December 2022.

  • Project Update 23/05/2022

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    The replacement of Bullock island Bridge is progressing well, taking into account staff shortages and delays associated with COVID.

    The relocation of services is nearing completing along with the road widening component. The installation of kerb and footpath will occur this month with rocks placed on road formation batters to assist with erosion. The contractor is expected to commence stage 2 of the bridge replacement within the next month.

  • Project Update 11/04/2022

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    Great progress has been made on the Bullock Island bridge with the recent installation of guardrail. The road approach works and relocation of the water and power services is to occur within the coming weeks. It is expected that completion of stage one will occur within the next month with traffic able to use this new section of the bridge once complete. The bridge is looking fantastic and will make a much needed improvement to the entrance to our well used and loved Bullock Island.

Page published: 22 Mar 2023, 01:01 PM