FAQs
- Upgrades to alignments to improve sightlines and visibility.
- Improved road gradient changes (i.e. reduced crests and dips).
- Installation of roundabouts to reduce speed along Jumping Creek Road.
- Installation of kerb and channel to replace open drains.
- Installation of safety barriers to improve road safety.
- Construction of a new recreational trail to facilitate sustainable transport options.
- Construction of several fauna road crossings.
- Improvements to access to private driveways.
- Removal of vegetation to accommodate the works where necessary and undertaking associated re-vegetation as required.
What consultation has been undertaken for this upgrade project?
Community consultation helped to inform the Jumping Creek Road Development Framework.
In 2017, a community reference panel was formed to provide ongoing feedback on the design, development and construction of Jumping Creek Road.
The Reference Panel was involved in planning for the first stage of works, between Ringwood-Warrandyte Road and Nelson Drive, which is now complete.
We worked closely with the Jumping Creek Road Community Reference Panel in the development stages to help inform the concept plans.
The Concept plan was endorsed by Council in early 2022 following a period of extensive community consultation.
What are the benefits of this road upgrade?
As well as improving the safety of this road, the project will provide increased vegetation for the area, a recreational trail for walkers and cyclists, wildlife protection measures, improved road usability and an upgrade to the township intersection and streetscape.
What is the purpose of the Jumping Creek Road Development Framework?
The purpose of the Development Framework is to consider options that will address the safety, environmental and functional issues identified for Jumping Creek Road. It will also provide guidance on vegetation impacts, rural amenities and road user needs.
The Framework contains assessments on traffic and speed counts, road classification detail, crash statistics, applicable environmental and planning requirements, general biodiversity, flora and fauna, native roadside vegetation assessments and proposed concept design plans.
What upgrade works are proposed to be constructed and what improvements are expected?
The concept design encompasses future improvements to Jumping Creek Road that will involve the following works:
What urban design principles were used for this project?
Design principles were developed in line with our Green Wedge Infrastructure Guidelines, which ensured we maintained the existing look and feel of the environment, provided wildlife protection and increased opportunities for revegetation.
The road design at key intersections, including at Hooper and Harley Roads and at the entrance to the township and Warrandyte State Park, were completed in line with best practice guidelines, ensuring the road remains safe whilst balancing the look and feel of the road. The location of safety barriers has been designed in line with design guidelines and risk assessments.
What will the works involve and will there be impacts while works take place?
As with all road projects, there will be impacts to road users and local residents however we will aim to keep these to a minimum.
Information will be provided in regard to works and detours as the detailed design phase takes place and information becomes available.
What about emergency service access?
Before works commence, we will consult with the emergency services on the proposed timings and construction methods, including any road closures.
Emergency services will have unrestricted access to all properties in construction areas.
How will you minimise environmental impacts?
A series of measures will ensure there are minimal impacts to the environment including the installation of virtual safety fencing, animal underpasses and aerial crossings.
How will you protect biodiversity including fauna and native vegetation?
The project involves the revegetation of the entire Jumping Creek Road corridor with a selection of native and Indigenous plants.
How will you protect water catchments/ hydrology?
As part of the design process, an in depth environmental study has been undertaken to ensure that the road works do not impede on existing water catchments.
How will you protect and assess cultural and historical heritage assets?
In the development of the design and the planning of the construction, we will work with Victorian Aboriginal Heritage Council to develop a Cultural Heritage Management Plan for the project.