Crosshead segments in place at Camms Road

Two large segments are now in place for the new road bridge at Camms Road in Cranbourne, Melbourne.

The two crosshead segments form part of the foundational structure of the road bridge. Together, these segments weigh over 100 tonnes, with a 350-tonne crane being used to lift the sections into place.

The road bridge will replace the level crossing at Camms Road to improve the safety and reliability of the road and rail network in the area. Removing the level crossing will also ease congestion and improve safety for 12,000 drivers who pass through it daily. The new road bridge will also allow pedestrians and cyclists to safely cross the rail line.

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Wider works on the Cranbourne Line Upgrade includes the removal of the last level crossings on the line. A new station at Merinda Park is also now open following works, as well as eight kilometres of duplicated track between Dandenong and Cranbourne.

Both the level crossing removal and the new road bridge at Camms Road are set to be completed by 2024.