Project Scope

The scope of works includes the construction of a 3.0m wide concrete shared pathway, a pedestrian bridge over New Settlement Road, and a link to the local road/path network at Yarle Court.

• Construction of 30m pedestrian footbridge spanning New Settlement Road including 2 x super T girders
• Construction of a 3m wide pedestrian footpath
• Installation of solar bollards & electrical lights
• Landscaping including detailed fauna crossing
• Installation of steel anti-throw screens & structural framing
• Installation of a concrete staircase including piling
• Batter stabilisation including soil nailing and shotcrete

Challenges

• Management of pedestrian access throughout the work site
• Management of construction near the live rail line and existing gas line
• Traffic management including placement of girders
• Redesign of a modified staircase and bike rail
• Significant wet weather delays that doubled the contract timeframe
• Management of construction throughout the COVID-19 period including significant supply delivery issues

Achievements

Completed the project within budget.

Conclusion

O’Mara Pedestrian Bridge was completed in April 2023 and was a collaborative success between Moreton Bay Regional Council.