New and improved signs were installed in Palmwoods last week to help stop vehicles striking the rail bridge.

Member for Nicklin Rob Skelton said it followed a review of the current warning signs approaching the 3.9-metre-high rail bridge.

“I know trucks and heavy vehicles hitting this bridge has been an issue for the community, so I had requested a review of the signage,” Mr Skelton said. “The review found the existing signs met the required standards, but we’ve decided to put in extra signage to try and reduce the number of bridge strikes.

“The new signs will be going up on Woombye-Palmwoods Road and Palmwoods-Montville Road on the approaches to the underpass.

“And while we are at it, we are also upgrading the existing warning signs on Chevallum Road and Jubilee Drive to make them better.

“The new signs will create greater awareness and provide advanced notice of the upcoming low clearance, helping drivers detour before they reach the bridge.”

Mr Skelton said similar warning signs would be installed in Mooloolah Valley on Neill Road and Eudlo Road approaching the 3.7-metre-high rail underpass.

He said there were simple measures motorists could take to avoid bridge strikes, which create costly infrastructure damage and delays for others. “It’s pretty simple. Know the height of your vehicle and keep an eye out for signage as you approach bridges and underpasses,” he said.

“If your vehicle is too high, find another way by following the detour signs.

Mr Skelton said TMR was also working to finalise concept designs for proposed pedestrian improvements in Palmwoods.

“We know Palmwoods locals are passionate about their community and we look forward to welcoming their feedback on the proposed improvements in the coming months.”