Strategic Local Government Asset Assessment Project (SLGAAP).
Client.
NHVR
Location.
Various across QLD, NSW, and Victoria
Project Description.
The National Heavy Vehicle Regulators (NHVR)s Strategic Local Government Asset Assessment Project (SLGAAP) is an Australian Government funded initiative to optimise heavy vehicle access on local road networks across Australia.
Ductile Consulting Engineers has been engaged to provide a range of different bridge and culvert assessment services ranging from Tier 1 assessments (basic capability screening assessments) to Asset Improvement Reports (detailed options studies for deficient structures).
Through this project, Ductile Consulting Engineers are helping local government road managers to better understand the capabilities and limitations of their bridge/culvert networks.
Other Projects.
Gunnedah Shire Council – Data Collection Assessments
We combined Gunnedah Shire Council’s bridge and culvert inspections with NHVR SLGAAP data collection, reducing mobilisation costs and improving efficiency. The project delivered digital inspection records and condition data to support maintenance planning and long-term asset management.
Tamworth Regional Council – L2 Inspections
Ductile Consulting Engineers completed Level 2 inspections of 64 bridges and 122 major culverts for Tamworth Regional Council. Using a dedicated culvert inspection methodology, DCE delivered more cost-effective inspections with reporting tailored specifically to culvert assets.
PMHC – Bridge Assessment Program
Port Macquarie Hastings Council engaged Ductile Consulting Engineers to assess heavy vehicle capacity across its bridge network. Ductile evaluated 91 bridges and, using automated tools, delivered efficient insights and clear recommendations to guide access.