Reinforced Concrete Culvert Lining – Traralgon to Bairnsdale
Principal: V/Line
Delivery Period: 2020
Project Overview
Whelans Group delivered reinforced concrete culvert lining works along the rail corridor between Traralgon and Bairnsdale, supporting improved drainage performance and long-term asset integrity.
The works were undertaken within operational rail environments, requiring careful coordination, strict compliance with rail safety requirements and delivery within defined possession windows.
Scope of Works
Reinforced concrete lining of existing culverts
Structural repair and upgrade of drainage infrastructure
Site access and preparation within constrained rail corridors
Integration of works within rail shutdown periods
Compliance with rail safety, environmental and operational requirements
Delivery Highlights
Specialist works delivered within operational rail environments
Execution within programmed shutdown and possession windows
Coordinated construction under strict safety and compliance controls
Efficient delivery within constrained corridor access conditions
Challenges
Completing works within limited rail possession windows
Operating safely alongside active rail infrastructure
Managing access and logistics within constrained corridor environments
Maintaining strict compliance with rail safety and operational requirements
Outcome
The works improved the performance and durability of critical drainage infrastructure along the rail corridor, supporting ongoing rail network reliability.
Whelans Group successfully delivered the project within scheduled shutdown periods, demonstrating the capability to operate safely and effectively within complex rail environments.
Project Significance
This project highlights Whelans Group’s ability to deliver specialised civil works within rail corridors, reinforcing capability in working under strict safety, compliance and time constraints.
