Why can’t Main Roads repair the existing footbridge?
• As no plans or records exist for the Carnarvon Bridge structure, options involving attaching new components for a footway to the bridge had to be abandoned, to prevent further damage to the bridge. • To confirm this recent inspections of the footbridge have advised the current structure is not able to be repaired, due to the deterioration of the steel supports along the frame of the bridge. • Attempts to repair these supports would cause further damage to the footbridge and damage to the traffic bridge. • Main Roads have put forward a business case for review regarding a new traffic bridge structure for future state roads funding. • This business case incorporates a new footbridge. Using available funds to repair/replace the footbridge is not feasible or cost effective, when the new structure would need to be demolished at a later date.
