NLIS 2
October 10, 2003
(Works, Services and Transportation)

 

Minister officially opens Queen Elizabeth II bridge

Today Works, Services and Transportation Minister Jim Walsh officially opened the Queen Elizabeth II Bridge, located on the Trans Canada Highway between the communities of Glenwood and Appleton. Officials from the communities also participated.

Government began construction of the bridge in 2001 and completed the structure this week. The new $6.26 million bridge was funded under the Roads for Rails Agreement. The original bridge was built in 1953.

"We continuously strive to provide motorists in this province with a safe and efficient transportation infrastructure and this new bridge will do just that," said Minister Walsh. "We have incorporated a pedestrian underpass and a school bus turnaround into this project and the bridge itself is bigger and better able to handle traffic demands. This structure will certainly enhance traffic flow in the area."

The previous structure consisted of two 3.66 metre wide (12 foot) driving lanes, for a total driving width of 7.4 metres. The new bridge has driving lane widths of 3.75 metres and a 1.5 metre paved shoulder for a total two-lane driving width of 10.5 metres (34 feet). It also includes a sidewalk which is protected from highway traffic by a concrete barrier.

"There has been significant community involvement in this project and I thank them for their input and commitment to the project. We also appreciate the patience of motorists throughout the construction period," said Minister Walsh. "The result is an improved transportation system for the communities of Glenwood and Appleton and for motorists traveling on this section of the Trans Canada Highway."

Media contact: Lynn Evans, Communications, (709) 729-3015

2003 10 10                                       10:10 a.m.


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