The Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR) would like to advise that all heavy vehicle operators over 3m wide or 4.6m high (northbound) or 4.5m high (southbound) are now required to contact the TMR Traffic Management Centre (TMC) on 13 19 40 before crossing the Burdekin River Bridge (BRB). This change has occurred because TMR will now be the sole agency responsible for controlling the traffic signals on the BRB.
Am I impacted?
The traffic signals located on the approaches to the BRB will now be centrally operated by the TMC to maintain road safety when oversize loads are transported across the bridge. This will also maintain the safe and efficient flow of traffic, minimise inconvenience to other motorists and ensure that no damage is caused to the overhead bridge structure.
How can I prepare?
- Both the operator and driver have the responsibility to check TMR's Conditions of Operation database before any trip.
- Organise an approved escort operator assisting with the transport of the oversize load across the BRB
Note: BRB has a condition currently in place for vehicles over 3m wide or 4.6m high (northbound) or 4.5m high (southbound). At the very minimum, oversize vehicles must be accompanied by an accredited escort vehicle operator when crossing the BRB.
I'm ready to cross
When you are ready to cross the BRB, the heavy vehicle operator or escort vehicle operator must contact the TMC on 13 19 40.
Note: Heavy vehicles will still be prohibited from crossing the BRB from 7.30am - 9.00am and 3.00pm - 4.30pm Monday to Friday.
It's happening, when?
The changes came into effect on Friday 31 March 2023.
New signs were installed in the pull over areas on both northbound and southbound sides of the BRB to remind heavy vehicles operators of the escort procedure.
Who engages the escort vehicle operator?
All arrangements and payments for the transport of an oversize load over the BRB are to be made directly with the company providing the service.
Please remember to…
Check your routes before you start your journey. It is your responsibility to make sure you're using up-to-date information when you assess the suitability and conditions of your route. You must check your NHVR permit conditions, the TMR Conditions of Operation Database, and QLDTraffic before you start your journey.
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