Palmer Wind Farm in Victoria comprised the construction of 40 wind turbine generator (WTG) foundations, internal access tracks, hardstands, and two substations for a wind farm development. These works were delivered across mostly rocky terrain, with steep slopes and extremely difficult rippability creating complex challenges.
Tonkin + Taylor provided geotechnical engineering input to address these challenges and support design and construction delivery across the project.

Services

  • Geotechnical and hydrogeological investigations
  • Design of Full gravity footings
  • PLAXIS 3D modelling of foundations
  • Innovative and sustainable pavement designs for access tracks and hardstand areas

Client

  • BMD

Year

  • 2026 – ongoing

Additional services

  • External road upgrade and rehabilitation
  • Earthworks specifications and technical advice
  • Heavy component delivery pavement analysis
  • Crane lift studies

Key challenges

Key project challenges included multiple landowners, the presence of UXO on site, which required significant consideration during the site investigation, and managing site earthworks levels to reduce rock-ripping requirements. The project also required integration of pavement and foundation design to accommodate heavy construction and operational loading demands.

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