Tweed riverbank stabilisation works - Riverside Park Uki
Tweed Shire Council has started work at Riverside Park, Uki. See the 'news feed' section at the bottom of this page for project updates.
What is happening?
The 2022 flood event caused severe erosion along the middle reaches of the Tweed River downstream of Uki, resulting in major damage to riverbanks, roads, bridges and riparian vegetation.
Tweed riverbank stabilisation works involve restoring the natural channel shape to reduce future flood impacts and rebuilding riverbeds. See 'Photos' for a picture of the map.
Specifically, work will include:
- installing rock revetment along unprotected sections of riverbank
- installing timber piles into the riverbed in rows to capture natural sand and gravel to rebuild riverbed levels
- planting stabilising vegetation to minimise erosion in future floods.
When will the work be completed?
Construction started in September and will be completed in December 2023, weather permitting.
Why are these works happening?
The riverbank stabilisation project is essential to reduce future flood impacts and restore waterway health along the Tweed River. Ongoing straightening of the Tweed River will lead to further loss of riparian vegetation and agricultural lands, increased sediment loads in the Tweed River estuary and major impact on road infrastructure.
Potential impacts
The works require the closure of one lane of Kyogle Road.
During construction, short-term noise and vibration may affect nearby residents. Construction crews will minimise noise and vibration impacts wherever possible.
Work will occur during approved construction hours from to 7 am to 6 pm Monday to Friday and 8 am to 1 pm on Saturdays, with no work on Sundays or public holidays.
Further information
Further information about the work and timing will be made available on this project page. Here you will be able to keep up-to-date on construction, timing of work and the overall project.
If you have any queries or concerns regarding the proposed works or at any time during construction, contact Council’s Project Officer - Waterways Matthew Bloor on 02 6670 2400, or email tsc@tweed.nsw.gov.au.
Council acknowledges the support of the North Coast Local Land Services and the NSW Government for funding this project through the Marine Estate Management Strategy.
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Project update - November 2023
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In September 2023, construction commenced at Riverside Park, Uki to restore 700 metres of Tweed River bank damaged by record flooding during the February/March 2022 flood event.
Work has involved installing rock revetment (rock protection) along the lower riverbank, installation of hardwood timber piles into the riverbed in rows designed to rebuild the natural channel shape of the river and construction of groynes (barriers) to deflect flows away from vulnerable riparian vegetation.
The project was highlighted as a priority after major flooding caused severe erosion and loss of riparian vegetation along the middle reaches of the Tweed River. During the flood, the catchment received its average annual rainfall in less than one week, with a record flood height of 13 metres at Uki.
To undertake the restoration work, Council received $620,000 in funding from the North Coast Local Land Services (LLS) through the NSW Government’s Marine Estate Management Strategy, with the aim of improving water quality for the benefit of marine habitats, wildlife and the community.
Construction is due to be completed by early December, weather permitting. Riparian vegetation will be restored over time to improve river health and reduce the risk of further erosion during future flood events.
This project is one way Council is working to look after the Tweed’s environment and adapt to climate change for current and future generations.
See how Council continues to look after the Tweed’s rivers and creeks.
Iimage: The Tweed riverbank stabilisation project at Riverside Park, Uki is nearing completion with the planting of stabilising vegetation to be completed in coming months to minimise erosion and help withstand future floods.
