Bruce Highway (Townsville-Ingham), Leichhardt Creek to Abergowrie Road, widen pavement and improve safety
Bruce Highway upgrades between Leichhardt Creek and Cassowary Creek (about 42km north of Townsville).
Bruce Highway upgrades between Leichhardt Creek and Lilypond Creek (about 41km north of Townsville).
The project will improve safety and efficiency on the Bruce Highway between Townsville and Ingham through the installation of a new, northbound overtaking lane.
The Bruce Highway pavement was widened to accommodate the new overtaking opportunity, and nearby installation of wide centre line treatments. Culverts under the highway pavement were also extended to accommodate the overtaking lane.
This project delivered a variety of upgrades to the Bruce Highway between Leichhardt Creek and Lilypond Creek, including:
This project was funded by the Australian Government under the Bruce Highway – Overtaking Lanes Package. Investment ID 865016
Construction was completed in March 2023.
Last updated: 28 March 2024