DRFA Reconstruction Works

Location: Cassowary Coast Region, QLD

Client: Cassowary Coast

Project Overview:

Stratos Civil delivered the DRFA Zone 1 restoration works across the Cassowary Coast following significant wet-season damage. The package focused on reinstating road formation, clearing debris, restoring drainage capacity and improving erosion control measures along the affected network.

The works were delivered under strict DRFA/REPA compliance requirements, with detailed documentation, QA verification and close coordination with the client.

Scope of Works:

• Implementation of erosion and sediment control

• Desilting and clearing of table drains

• Removal of mixed flood debris

• Bulk fill import for reconstruction

• Heavy formation grading incorporating gravel material

Challenges & Solutions:

Widespread debris across multiple sites

→ Mobilised multiple crews and plant to clear and reinstate access quickly.

Drainage capacity severely reduced due to silt buildup

→ Systematic desilting program restored water flow and reduced future scouring.

Soft, saturated road conditions

→ Imported bulk fill and gravel to rebuild formation strength and improve trafficability.

Variable weather during works

→ Adjusted sequencing and utilised robust erosion and sediment controls to maintain compliance.

Project Outcome:

The DRFA Zone 1 package was completed safely, efficiently and in accordance with DRFA/REPA standards. Road formation, drainage channels and access routes were restored to a functional and safe condition, reducing the risk of further damage and supporting community access throughout the Cassowary Coast region.