UNSEALED ROAD RE-SHEETING PROGRAM 2023/2024

Cassowary Coast Regional Council is ready to commence the 2023/2024 Re-Sheeting Program around the region.

Council is responsible for maintaining over 514 kilometres of unsealed roads and will re-sheet up to 17 kilometres of unsealed roads this year. Council allocates funds as part of its Capital Program to repair the unsealed road network, to ensure the roads are safe and meet the community’s needs. 

Council officers inspect the unsealed road network across the region and perform an assessment on the road based on the frequency and type of vehicles using the road, grading history, gravel condition, and how the road services the greater network. This assessment allows Council to prioritise its resources to ensure the roads are effectively repaired and maintained.

The re-sheeting process involves applying an additional 100-150mm of compacted gravel on top of the existing road, drainage maintenance, and repairing any other roadside infrastructure such as signs and guideposts. Council uses machinery including graders, water trucks, and various types of compaction equipment to carry out these works.

Please see below the list of roads and suburbs scheduled to receive re-sheeting. 

Please note: Only sections of these roads will be re-sheeted, and all roads may not be fully completed in 2023/2024 due to resources and weather.

Council would like to advise the community and residents to drive responsibly and safely on unsealed roads while work is carried out. We ask that you allow some extra travel time and obey all onsite road signage.

Council sincerely appreciates your patience and cooperation.