Logan Road and Deshon Street intersection upgrade - Woolloongabba
We have upgraded the Logan Road and Deshon Street intersection in Woolloongabba to enhance the operation of the intersection and improve safety for people walking, riding and driving through the area.
Summary
| Address | Logan Road and Deshon Street intersection, Woolloongabba |
|---|---|
| Ward | Coorparoo |
| Project outcomes | Improved safety and traffic flow through the intersection |
| Latest update | End of construction |
About the project
Brisbane City Council identified the need for safety improvements at the Logan Road and Deshon Street intersection in Woolloongabba. Upgrading the existing traffic signals and realigning the pedestrian crossing on Logan Road allows traffic to move more efficiently through the intersection and has enhanced safety for all road users.
The Logan Road and Deshon Street intersection upgrade was jointly funded by the Australian Government Roads to Recovery program and Brisbane City Council.
Project benefits
The intersection upgrade introduced the below benefits.
- Improved motorist safety by controlling the right turn movement from Logan Road into Deshon Street with red and green turn arrows.
- Increased capacity for the right turn movement from Logan Road into Deshon Street by extending the right turn pocket.
- Enhanced driver awareness on approach to the intersection by installing an additional traffic signal mast arm on Deshon Street.
- Improved safety and connectivity for people walking and riding by realigning the staggered pedestrian crossing on Logan Road.
Project details
Below is a summary of the works undertaken during the project.
- Upgrade to existing traffic signals with red and green turn arrows, to fully control the right turn movement from Logan Road into Deshon Street.
- Extension to the length of the right turn pocket on Logan Road to increase capacity and safety for vehicles turning right.
- Installation of an additional traffic signal mast arm on Deshon Street to increase awareness of motorists approaching the intersection.
- Realignment of the staggered pedestrian crossing on Logan Road to a full crossing to enhance safety and improve pedestrian facilities.
- Extension of the kerb and installation of new plants on the northern corner of Deshon Street to reduce the crossing distance for pedestrians.
- Upgrade of footpaths and kerb ramps.
- Installation of new road surfacing and line marking.
Project timing
- Project introduction – mid-August 2023
- Start of construction – mid-September 2023
- End of construction – December 2023
In January 2024 the project will upgrade street lighting in close proximity to the intersection with LED bulbs to ensure greater visibility for all road users. Further notification will be provided to directly impacted residents closer to these works.
More information
To register for regular updates or learn more about the Logan Road and Deshon Street intersection upgrade, you can:
- call the project team on 1800 669 416 (during business hours)
- call Council on 07 3403 8888 (outside business hours)
- email the project team
- use the online contact form to register for future project updates
- write to:
Logan Road and Deshon Street intersection upgrade
City Projects Office
Brisbane City Council
GPO Box 1434
Brisbane Qld 4001.