Gatton–Esk Road is a major route connecting the Lockyer Valley and Somerset regions, providing essential access for local communities.

The route supports significant agricultural and rural freight, including semi-trailers and B-doubles, and provides access to communities and facilities in the Lockyer Valley.

Sections of Gatton–Esk Road, between the Warrego Highway and Millers Road, are prone to flooding during wet weather, including at Lockyer Creek.

These closures disrupt local communities, freight movements, and access to properties and facilities.

The Queensland Government is investigating options to maintain connectivity between Millers Road and the Warrego Highway during major wet weather events, including at Lockyer Creek and nearby areas.

Community feedback will help inform future upgrade funding. Findings will be detailed in an Options Analysis Report, with planning investigations to be complete by late 2026.

We value community feedback as part of our planning process. Share your thoughts about this section of road and any issues that you've recently experienced.

Your feedback will help us to design a solution that meets the needs of road users now and into the future.

Have your say by Thursday 9 April 2026.