Roads

The Cassowary Coast Region has a 1550km road network, with about 1200km of council-owned and managed roads. The remainder are state-controlled roads, owned and managed by the Department of Transport and Mains Roads. Council has 169 bridges and 139 major road culverts which have a total length of 3km. From the 169 bridges there are:

Before reporting a damaged road check to see who maintains the road, by using the search tool below. If your road is managed by Council report your issue via our online Road Maintenance Request Form. If your road is a managed by the Department of Transport and Main Roads report your issue directly. 

Councils Road Maintenance Request Form

Department of Transport and Mains Roads Request

Council has limited liability for damage caused by potholes or road hazards, as the road network in Queensland is governed by the Civil Liability Act 2003. While regular inspections are conducted, residents are encouraged to report any road damage. 

If you wish to make a claim, please provide: 

• Two repair quotes
• A letter of demand
• Completed claim form

It is recommended not to carry out any repairs on the vehicle until your claim is processed.

Any claims relating to major roads such as the main highways should be made to the Department of Main roads.