Peak Downs Highway (Clermont to Nebo) Wuthung Road to Caval Ridge Pavement Widening and Strengthening

Funding program Northern Australia Roads Program
Status Completed
Transport mode Road
Expected start/finish Mid 2021 - Late 2023
Estimated project cost $54,000,000
Australian Government contribution $37,500,000
State QLD

Project description

The project strengthened and widened approximately 13km of the Peak Downs Highway, providing a wider and safer two-lane highway, which will better accommodate over-size and over-mass freight vehicles.

The Peak Downs Highway is a strategic road linking mining and agricultural activities in the Bowen Basin and the Central Highlands districts of Emerald and Mackay, the ports of Mackay, Abbot and Hay Points.

Benefits

Improved overall safety for all road users, pavement protection and increased separation between heavy vehicles, caravans and light vehicles, improved freight efficiency, and reduced road maintenance costs.

Funding

The Australian Government has committed up to $37.5 million towards the $54.0 million project

Timetable

Construction commenced mid-2021, and was completed December 2023

Project last updated: 3 Oct 2025

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