Transport and Main Roads has commenced overnight works to restore southbound traffic on the Mount Crosby Road overpass at North Tivoli, following earlier structural damage.
Overpass Works Resume in North Tivoli
The Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR) has started repair and reconfiguration works to reopen the southbound lane of the Mount Crosby Road overpass, which has remained closed since mid-May after a bridge strike. The night works began on 3 June and are expected to run for approximately four weeks.
Background of the Bridge Closure
The Mount Crosby Road overpass sustained damage on 16 May 2025 when an oversize vehicle struck the structure while travelling west along the Warrego Highway. The incident led to the closure of all lanes on the overpass while engineering inspections were carried out.
By 18 May, westbound lanes of the Warrego Highway were reopened. Two days later, on 20 May, the overpass was partially reopened, allowing northbound traffic under speed and weight restrictions. The southbound lane, however, remained closed pending further assessment and planning.
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Details of Current Works
TMR’s latest efforts involve modifying the existing road layout to accommodate southbound traffic. Works being carried out between 8 p.m. and 5 a.m. include the demolition of the western footpath, guardrail adjustments, road widening, and removal of electrical cabling.
To facilitate these works, the northbound lane of the overpass will be closed during active hours, with detours in place. Northbound vehicles are rerouted via Pine Mountain Road, while southbound traffic continues to use the River Road diversion. Load and speed restrictions will apply once the southbound lane is reopened.
Photo Credit: TMR Qld/Facebook
Community Impact and Next Steps
TMR acknowledged the inconvenience to residents in Karalee, Chuwar and Mount Crosby who rely on the overpass for travel into Ipswich. While full structural repairs to the damaged girders will follow, the current project aims to restore two-way vehicle movement on the overpass to improve access in the interim.
Published 5-June-2025
