| Funding Program: | Roads of Strategic Importance |
| Status: | Under construction |
| Transport Mode: | Road |
| Expected Start/Finish: | Early 2021 - Mid 2023 |
| Estimated Project Cost: | $56,975,000 |
| Australian Government Contribution: | $45,580,000 |
| Local Council/Shire: | Blackall-Tambo Regional Council,Central Highlands Regional Council |
| State: | QLD |
Project DescriptionThis project will upgrade and progressively seal sections of the Dawson Developmental Road between Springsure and Tambo, including construction of a new bridge over Barcoo River. BenefitsThe benefits of upgrading this road include:
- increased connectivity between communities
- increased flood immunity
- provide a more reliable and safe road network, especially during the wet season
- improve access for higher capacity vehicles
- facilitate other economic opportunities.
FundingThe Australian Government has committed $45.58 million to this project with the Queensland Government committing the remainder. TimetableThe project commenced construction in early 2021 and is expected to be completed by mid 2023, weather permitting. |
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Project details last updated: 29/03/2022
