Bridges and large culverts across Gisborne District Council's roading network that require repairs due to Cyclone Gabrielle in 2023 and storm events prior and following Gabrielle.
Our bridges are vital transport links on an already fragile network. Some bridges are vulnerable to further damage in future storms, so for safety reasons weight and speed limits in place on those bridges.
After assessing all 424 bridges, we have a programme of work beyond 2027 to repair and rebuild bridges.
8 bridges were destroyed, 56 need significant repairs, 35 need resilience work and 32 were damaged in storm events prior to or post Cyclone Gabrielle.
Bridge location showing repair stage
The map shows bridges that require significant repair, it shows the progress or stage with photos.
8 rebuild bridges - Black Bridges
By November 2024 - 7 with restricted or alternative access, bailey bridge installed on Bushy Knoll Road, 1 bridge at the design stage.
96 major repair bridges - Red and Orange Bridges
By November 2024 - 45 repairs completed, 3 bailey bridges installed, 10 bridges under construction and 41 at the design stage. See the map for details of each bridge.
35 minor repair bridges - Green Bridges
By November 2024 - 11 repairs completed, 8 under construction and 16 at the design stage. See the map for details of each bridge.
Frequently asked questions
The map shows timeframes for bridges with major repairs.
For destroyed bridges - see our recovery webpage
Timeframes can change as it depends on funding, resource consent and weather conditions during the construction works phase.
We'll regularly update the map and information above as we move through the project phases.
Repair work is prioritised by the following criteria:
- Level of damage such as weight restriction, if the bridge is closed, or a narrowed approach
- Risk to bridge - if it's at risk of further damage including complete loss
- Importance of the network route
- Daily traffic numbers
- School bus route
Bridge repair status updates
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