The Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR) has advised that it will soon start works to replace the Burnett River Bridge on Monto-Mount Perry Road.

Use of the temporary river crossing that has been in operation since October 2015 will continue throughout construction of the replacement bridge, reducing the impact on the travelling public and maintaining connectivity.

Once the bridge is completed and ready for use, traffic will be redirected onto the bridge and the river crossing will be removed.

During construction, motorists should be aware of changed traffic conditions including the use of reduced speed limits, partial lane closures and stop-go traffic controllers that will be in place for the safety of motorists and roadworkers. Road users can expect minor delays during construction and are urged to drive to the changed conditions and obey all signage and traffic controllers' directions.

TMR anticipates construction will commence in the coming weeks with the completed structure expected to be delivered in the first half of 2017, weather permitting.

A current information flyer can be found here. If you would like any further information about these works, please contact the TMR communications team in Bundaberg on 1300 728 390 (check with your service provider for call costs) during business hours, or email bundaberg.office@tmr.qld.gov.au.