Maryborough - Hervey Bay Road and Pialba - Burrum Heads Road, upgrade intersection
The upgrade of the Maryborough - Hervey Bay Road and Pialba - Burrum Heads Road intersection in Eli Waters will improve traffic movement and the safety of motorists, pedestrians and bicycle riders.
Stage 1 works commenced in August 2024 to upgrade the Maryborough–Hervey Bay Road and Pialba–Burrum Heads Road intersection at Eli Waters.
The Stage 1 works include site preparations, fencing, sign installation and other accommodation works in readiness for construction.
The upgrade includes signalising the intersection, which will improve safety by controlling motorist movements. Maryborough - Hervey Bay Road, on the southern approach to the intersection, and Pialba - Burrum Heads Road, west of the intersection, will be duplicated from 2 to 4 lanes to accommodate major traffic movement.
Pedestrian and bicycle riding facilities will also be upgraded to improve safety and connectivity for vulnerable road users. These works will include shared paths and signalised crossings at the intersection.
Benefits
- Improves safety
- Increases capacity
- Improves network efficiency
- Increases traffic flow
- Reduces peak hour congestion
- Reduces travel time
- Contributes to economy
- Contributes to regional growth
- Better active transport
- Improves ride quality
Key features
- Traffic signals at the intersection will allow enhanced control of vehicle, bicycle rider and pedestrian movements.
- The 4 lane duplication and the installation of dual turn lanes on the Pialba - Burrum Heads Road leg of the intersection will accommodate major traffic movement at the intersection and improve capacity.
- Pedestrian and bicycle riding facilities will allow for safe movement through the intersection and improve connectivity for vulnerable road users.
Funding
This project is jointly funded by the Australian and Queensland governments.
Funding figures as at QTRIP 2024–25 to 2027–28 (June 2024).
Investment ID 2006450
- Total investment
- $55.35 million
- Australian Government
- $35.28 million
- Queensland Government
- $20.07 million
Current status
Stage 1 works are underway to prepare for major construction.