Forgan Bridge across the Pioneer River in Mackay, was first
opened in 1938 by the then Premier of Queensland and Member for
Mackay, William Forgan-Smith. The bridge provides direct
access to Mackay's central business district from the northern
suburbs.
Forgan Bridge had undergone significant maintenance over the
years including underpinning and widening in 1979 and girder repair
work more recently. Increased traffic volumes brought about by
Mackay's rapid population growth and expansion of the northern
suburbs of the city, has seen the original bridge reach peak
capacity and nearing the end of its' design life.
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