Eucumbene Lookout, Civil Works, Eucumbene
High Winds | NPWS Controlled Site | Snow Exposure | 4WD Access Only
Delivered civil and structural works at Eucumbene Lookout in a bushfire-prone alpine
environment while safely working around live antennas and maintaining uninterrupted telecommunications services.
Eucumbene Lookout, Civil Works, Eucumbene
High Winds | NPWS Controlled Site | Snow Exposure | 4WD Access Only
Delivered civil and structural works at Eucumbene Lookout in a bushfire-prone alpine
environment while safely working around live antennas and maintaining uninterrupted telecommunications services.
Client
Service Stream / NSWTA
Status
Completed
Location
Eucumbene Lookout, Happy Jacks Road, NSW 2629
Project Category
Telecommunications Infrastructure
Capability
NPWS Compliance and Controls, Concrete Foundation Works, Structural Upgrades, Site Fencing and Compound Works; Earthing works.
Access Track and Site Preparation
Construction of a 29m temporary access track, site clearing, vegetation removal, and existing fencing to enable safe delivery of plant and material during construction activities.
Concrete Foundations
- Construction of reinforced concrete pad footings for equipment and solar structures
- Construction of strip footings and stair support foundations
- Construction of 600mm diameter piers to required depths
Tower Foundation and Strengthening
Strengthening of the existing 4,100mm x 4,100mm x 1000mm lattice tower foundation by installing additional reinforcement and pouring concrete to increase its load capacity and support the upgraded structure.
Site Power & Earthing Works
Installation of power cabling to support site systems, and completed a compliant earthing system to ensure safe electrical operation.
Security & Compound Works
Installation of 2.7m high chain-link security fencing, weed matting, and 75mm crushed stone compound base.
Alpine Exposure and Weather Conditions
THE CONSTRAINTS
Strong winds and cold alpine conditions impacted construction activities and material handling.
THE WBS SOLUTIONS
Sequenced works around weather and managed through coordinated mobilization via 4WD only. Sought daily advice from NPWS for the latest access conditions.
Remote Site Access
THE CONSTRAINTS
The site required 4WD-only access with limitations during adverse weather conditions.
THE WBS SOLUTIONS
Planned mobilisation and coordinated deliveries to suit access conditions and maintain workflow continuity.
Live Telecommunications Assets
THE CONSTRAINTS
Civil Works were carried out near active telecommunications infrastructure requiring strict protection.
THE WBS SOLUTIONS
Followed NPWS requirements and implemented controlled work practices to protect the surrounding environment.
NPWS Controlled Environment
THE CONSTRAINTS
The site was within a National Park, requiring approvals and strict environmental compliance
THE WBS SOLUTIONS
Structured work packages were aligned with environmental approval stages, ensuring all construction activities were sequenced around NPWS conditions, minimizing ecological impact.
Hard Rocks Encountered
THE CONSTRAINTS
During excavation for the new foundation works, unexpectedly hard rock strata were encountered, posing challenges to standard digging methods and slowing progress.
THE WBS SOLUTIONS
To address this issue efficiently, the drilling rig was mobilized onsite, enabling controlled and effective rock excavation while maintaining project timelines.
