Road Condition Report
ISSUED AT 9:00 AM, THURSDAY 21 NOVEMBER 2024
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Take care on newly opened roads and always drive to conditions. There may be water over the roads, in creeks, on in floodway's, and extra caution may be needed.
| Road Name |
Condition |
Review |
BANDYA RD
(Regis Resources) |
OPEN TO ALL TRAFFIC
|
When conditions change
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BANDYA - BANJAWARN RD
& MULGA QUEEN RD |
OPEN TO ALL TRAFFIC
|
When conditions change
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GREAT CENTRAL RD
Laverton to Lancefield Diversion Road
|
OPEN TO ALL TRAFFIC
|
When conditions change
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GREAT CENTRAL RD
Lancefield Diversion Road to Cosmo Newberry
|
OPEN TO ALL TRAFFIC
|
When conditions change
|
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GREAT CENTRAL RD
Cosmo Newberry to Gruyere Turnoff/Mt Shenton Road
|
OPEN TO ALL TRAFFIC
|
When conditions change
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GREAT CENTRAL RD
Gruyere Turnoff/Mt Shenton Road to Shire Border
|
OPEN TO ALL TRAFFIC
|
When conditions change
|
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PRENTI DOWNS RD ***
|
OPEN TO ALL TRAFFIC
EXERCISE EXTREME CAUTION
|
When conditions change
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|
ERLISTOUN RD
|
OPEN TO ALL TRAFFIC
|
When conditions change
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| LANCEFIELD DIVERSION ROAD |
OPEN TO ALL TRAFFIC
|
When conditions change
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| MEROLIA RD |
OPEN TO ALL TRAFFIC
EXERCISE EXTREME CAUTION
|
When conditions change
|
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MT WELD RD
Laverton to Lynas Turnoff
|
OPEN TO ALL TRAFFIC
|
When conditions change
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MT WELD RD
Lynas Turnoff to Sunrise Dam
|
OPEN TO 4WD ONLY
HEAVY HAULAGE CONTRACTORS LIAISE WITH SUNRISE REGARDING ACCESSIBILITY
|
When conditions change
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OLD LAVERTON RD from Laverton Bypass to Mt Margaret
|
OPEN TO ALL TRAFFIC
|
When conditions change
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OLD LAVERTON RD from Mt Margaret to Laverton-Leonora Road
|
CLOSED TO ALL TRAFFIC
|
When conditions change
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WHITE CLIFFS RD
Laverton to White Cliffs Station ***
|
OPEN TO ALL TRAFFIC
|
When conditions change
|
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WHITE CLIFFS RD
White Cliffs Station to Yamarna Rd ***
|
CLOSED TO ALL TRAFFIC
|
When conditions change
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NEALE JUNCTION RD
SERPENTINE LAKES RD
(‘Anne Beadell Highway’) ***
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CLOSED TO ALL TRAFFIC
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When conditions change
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CONNIE SUE RD
('Rawlinna - Warburton Road') *** |
CLOSED TO ALL TRAFFIC
|
When conditions change
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| LAKE WELLS RD *** |
OPEN TO ALL TRAFFIC
|
When conditions change
|
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MT SHENTON - YAMARNA RD
|
OPEN TO ALL TRAFFIC
|
When conditions change
|
| LAVERTON-LEONORA RD |
Managed by Department of Main Roads WA -
call 138-138 or refer to https://travelmap.mainroads.wa.gov.au/Home/Map
for updates
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Road Conditions
The Shire of Laverton’s Road Condition Report provides information on current road status, it is advised road users check for updates prior to travel.
Motorists in the Shire of Laverton are advised to take caution when driving on roads and to drive to prevailing road conditions. Road conditions can vary rapidly and a 4WD high clearance vehicle is recommended on all gravel roads.
On all gravel roads drive with headlights on low beam.
After significant rainfall roads can be slippery and unsuitable for travel.
The Shire urges all drivers to show caution when crossing any floodwater on roadways and creek crossings, delays can occur due to road conditions, and it is recommended travellers pack adequate food, water and spares.
Please also be aware that potholes may form in road pavements during periods of high rainfall.
Closed Road Usage Permits
The Shire (on a case-by-case needs basis) may grant Closed Road Usage Permits to certain individuals or businesses, including (but not limited to) local residents, utility companies (e.g. power, water, communications), mining and pastoralists and individuals in need of medical attention, essential travel etc.
Applications should be made by email mws@laverton.wa.gov.au at least two (2) business days prior to planned travel, for urgent applications please call 08 9031 1202 to advise staff AFTER you have submitted your application and we will endeavour to assist you.
Information required for Closed Road Usage Permit as follows:
- Driver of Vehicle
- Contact Number
- Vehicle Type ( e.g. Kenworth prime mover and two trailers, Toyota Landcruiser)
- Registration of Vehicle
- Select the road to be driven
- Provide a reason you require travel on a closed road
- Travel Date/s
Roads shown with*** have sustained significant road pavement damage with scouring and pavement material loss, and drivers are asked to exercise extreme caution as these roads have not been inspected to evaluate the extent and severity of damage due to the March 2024 rain event.
FROM TIME TO TIME, OTHER LESS FREQUENTLY USED ROADS MAY BE SUBJECT TO CLOSURES – OBEY ALL ROAD SIGNAGE
Please click here to download an Application to Access Weight Limited Roads
Note - this permit is NOT for accessing Closed Roads.
Reviews will be issued as shown or when conditions warrant any changes. This report shall remain current until reissued by the Shire of Laverton.
Please contact the Shire of Laverton for any information regarding the above, 08 9031 1202