New culverts pave the way for safer, flood-ready roads 

Posted on August 19, 2026

Two new major culverts at Sandhurst Creek on Bonnie Doon Rd and Boot and Kettle Creek on Capella-Rubyvale Rd will provide improved flood resilience and a safer drive for locals and heavy vehicles. 

Culverts are large pipes or concrete structures that allow water to flow safely under a road, helping reduce flood impacts, minimise road damage during heavy rainfall and improve network reliability. 

The Sandhurst Creek crossing comprises 90 individual pre-cast concrete units, weighing 4.5 tonne each, and is expected to be finished by the end of August. While the Boot and Kettle Creek culvert is made up of 30 units and was completed last month. 

Both projects also included road alignment, widening and safety improvements. 

‘We understand how important reliable roads are to our communities, especially during wet weather,’ Acting Chief Executive Officer Graeme Kanofski said. 

‘Quality culverts in the right places help keep water moving, meaning fewer washouts and better access for locals.’ 

This financial year council will invest $1.8 million in a region-wide culvert replacement program. 

More upgrades to Bonnie Doon Road are also underway. Council has sealed 10 km of the road recently, with the final section nearing completion. These works and the Sandhurst Creek culvert are part of the Bonnie Doon Road seal and bridge upgrade, with $9.6 million funded by the Australian Government and $2.4 million funded by council. Once finished, this will provide a more efficient freight and transport link from Orion and Gindie to the Yamala Enterprise Area. 

The Boot and Kettle Creek culvert is part of the Capella-Rubyvale Road realignment, proudly funded by the Queensland Government through the Transport Infrastructure Development Scheme, and council.