Milestone for new Glenrowan bridge

The 145-metre bridge span is now complete over the rail line for the new Beaconsfield Parade bridge in Glenrowan, Victoria.

The construction of the new Beaconsfield Parade bridge will provide enough clearance under the bridge to allow double-stacked freight trains to pass safely. Previously, there wasn’t enough clearance, which will be fixed with the new bridge’s higher design.

This project also forms part of works at 12 sites across Victoria, delivering suitable infrastructure to enable double-stacked freight trains to transport everyday products safer and faster.

McConnell Dowell helped to deliver the project, which is expected to open next month to the public.

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Work on the bridge began in February 2023. In total, 51 concrete beams are incorporated into the bridge – 30 for the vehicle section and 21 beams for the pedestrian section of the bridge. More than 1200m³ of concrete has been used to construct the bridge.

Peter Lacki, McConnell Dowell Senior Project Engineer said the project would help to increase the reliability of freight travel.

“We’re excited to reach this milestone within the project with the main bridge structure now complete,” Lacki said.

“With the final beams in place we will work on completing the barrier installation, connecting the approach ramps and constructing the road base.”