Rowan Street Underpass - Pedestrian Bridge

Project overview

The Rural City of Wangaratta is upgrading the pedestrian bridge at the Rowan Street underpass.

The project will replace the existing bridge with a wider, more accessible pedestrian crossing for pedestrians and cyclists.

Important Notice re Road Closure & Traffic impacts

Rowan Street will remain open to through traffic for most of the works.

A full road closure (both directions) will be required during bridge lifting operations:

• Duration: 7.30am - 5pm on Monday 4 May 2026

Traffic management and detours will be in place during this time.

Provision will be made for residents, businesses and customers on Rowan Street inside the road closure area to be able to enter and exit their properties under traffic management control during this time.

What’s changing:

• Existing bridge width: 2.5 metres
• New bridge width: 3 metres
• Bridge length: 17.25 metres
• Bridge type: Super T-beam
• Support structure: Concrete retaining walls at each end, forming the underpass walls below

Construction details:

Contractor: Heuron Screenline Pty Ltd

Current status:

• The new bridge is being constructed off‑site.
• Once complete, the existing bridge will be removed and replaced.

Design and funding:

Designed in accordance with AS5100‑2017 standards

Design load capacity: 5kPa

Funded by the Australian Rail Track Corporation (ARTC)

Purpose of the upgrade:

• Increase bridge width
• Improve accessibility for all users

Pedestrian and cyclist impacts:

The pedestrian bridge on the CBD side (East) of the rail tracks will be closed for approximately two weeks from 27 April 2026.

Alternative routes will be available via:

• Templeton Street underpass pedestrian access
• Norton/Cusack Street underpass pedestrian access

The pedestrian bridge on the west side of rail tracks and the underpass pedestrian tunnels will be fully closed on Monday 4 & 5 May.  Access will only be provided when it is safe to do so.  Please use the detours suggested above during the period of works.

Staying informed

Council will provide regular updates, including:

• Any changes to works schedule and or path/road closures

Updates will also be shared through Council’s official communication channels.

Location

Rowan Street Underpass Pedestrian Bridge, Wangaratta 3677  View Map

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Rowan Street Underpass Pedestrian Bridge , Wangaratta 3677

Rowan Street Underpass Pedestrian Bridge , Wangaratta 3677

Rowan Street Underpass - Pedestrian Bridge