More clearance needed for double stacked trains

INLAND Rail will carry out a series of powerline works to create extra clearance at multiple locations in the Rural City of Wangaratta between September 30 and October 31. The locations of works include areas along Sandford Road, Stamps Lane, Rutherglen-Springhurst Road, and Railway Road at Springhurst. An Inland Rail spokesperson said to enable the safe running of double-stacked freight trains additional height clearance between the rail and powerlines is required in some locations along the North East rail line. "To achieve this, McConnell Dowell will replace or extend some power poles and cables in the specified areas to create the required clearance," he said. Works will occur between 7am-7pm intermittently between September 30 and October 31. Traffic management and reduced speeds will be in place during some works, which may cause traffic delays. Trucks and other vehicles entering and exiting construction sites, may cause minor traffic delays. There will be construction of hard stand work areas on the roadside, and heavy machinery and equipment operating onsite. Delivery of materials and equipment will take place and any directly affected properties will be notified by AusNet if interruptions to power supply are expected. Water carts will be onsite to wet down areas to assist in managing dust and traffic controls will be in place, where required.

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