Civil Construction & Road Maintenance
Dowsing Group was engaged by the City of Cockburn to deliver a comprehensive drainage installation and upgrade program in Spearwood. The project involved both the replacement of ageing infrastructure and the construction of new systems to improve stormwater capacity and address localised flooding concerns.

The works included the installation of upgraded pipelines to enhance network performance and a large underground stormwater storage system to increase the capacity of an existing drainage sump. These improvements strengthened floodplain management, improved water flow efficiency, and supported long-term resilience of the surrounding road and drainage network.

Client

City of Cockburn

Sector

Government

Location

Spearwood, WA

Duration

Oct 2024 - Jan 2025

Type

Design & Construct

The comprehensive scope of works highlights Dowsing Group’s expertise in delivering road infrastructure upgrades includes:

  • Traffic management plan and implementation
  • Removal and disposal of existing asphalt, kerbing, verge and footpath
  • Earthworks
  • Installation of 23 stormwater drainage pits and pipe
  • Installation of Humes stormwater detention tank
  • Detailed preparation, 290m2 150mm sub base and 250mm base course
  • Road profiling
  • 1035Lm concrete kerbing construction
  • 360Lm of RCP 300mm-525mm
  • Construction of concrete footpath
  • Installation of new asphalt (subcontracted works)
  • Line marking and signage (subcontracted works)

As head contractor, Dowsing employed a comprehensive contract management system to deliver the project on time and within scope. Effective planning and coordination ensured minimal disruption to the community and stakeholders.

The project leveraged alternate drainage solutions, ensuring compatibility with specified capacities. The project team worked diligently to complete the works within the agreed timeframe, ensuring minimal impact on daily activities while delivering significant safety and accessibility improvements for the community.

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