Kawarau Gorge Trail
UNDER CONSTRUCTION
Central Otago
Kawarau Gorge Cycle Trail project represents a bold and ambitious undertaking, designed to enhance outdoor recreational opportunities in one of the most stunning natural landscapes. This contract encompasses the construction of multiple suspension bridges, extending from 75metres - 120 metres, the engineering of eight robust cliff-mounted bridge structures capable of supporting loads of up to 6 tonnes, the delivery of 9-kilometer portion of trail through terrain characterized by extremely challenging geological conditions, demanding access strategies and intricate logistics planning.
The complexity of this endeavor is underscored by the necessity of employing advanced engineering solutions, extensive helicopter operations totaling hundreds of hours, and the strategic use of over 2000 kilograms of explosives to carve the path through this rugged terrain. The completed trail promises to stand as a testament to innovative engineering.
Project outline
YELLOW LINE – Helicopter Gravel for trail finishing. – 19km trail length – 12,000 loads
RED LINE – Trail drill and blast through rocky and river terrain
KEY – Bridge Construction
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Nevis Ferry bridge
115m Suspension bridge
Design: EML
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Citreon Rapid Bridge
95m Suspension bridge
Design: EML
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Googly Gully
20m Steel span bridge
Design: EML
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Skull Bluff Bridge
30m length
6 Tonne capacity
Design: EML
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Iron Ridge Bluff bridge
70m length
6 Tonne Capacity
Design: EML
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Passing lane bluff bridge
25m length
6 tonne capacity
Design: EML
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The Drop Bluff Bridge
25m
6 tonne capacity
Design: EML
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Metaquartzite bluff bridge
55m length
6 tonne capacity
Design: EML
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Goldfields brides
27m length
Designed to fit in with the historic theme of Goldfields
Design: EML
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Honeycomb Bluff
Scaling and blast
Removal of 20,000 tonnes of rockfall hazard
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Walkers creek bridge
16m steel span bridge
Design: EML
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Long Gully bridge
12m steel span
Design: EML
