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Transportation and Works
November 13, 2009

Bridge Work Highlights Continued Investment in Infrastructure

This year�s Provincial Roads Improvement Program continues, with the Department of Transportation of Works issuing a tender to replace the existing bridge on Marine Drive at Outer Cove Beach.

�This government�s commitment to providing a reliable transportation network is clearly demonstrated with the $70.7 million we have invested in this year�s roads program,� said the Honourable Tom Marshall, acting Minister of Transportation and Works. �Since the program began back in April, we have called 85 tenders for road and bridge improvements throughout the province.�

This tender will see the construction of two reinforced concrete rigid frame bridges, as well as the design, supply and installation of a mechanically stabilized earth approach embankment. The two new bridges, one dedicated to the Outer Cove Brook, the other dedicated to the Outer Cove Beach access road, will replace the one bridge currently in the area.

�I am very pleased that this government continues to make significant infrastructure investments in our province and has called the tender to replace the Outer Cove Bridge on Marine Drive,� said Cape St. Francis MHA Kevin Parsons. �This bridge is nearing the end of its life expectancy; and people in the area will be delighted that they once again will be able to access the Outer Cove Beach, which has been popular among residents and tourists alike.�

The Provincial Roads Improvement Program will create an estimated 1,400 person years of employment and is part of the Provincial Government's infrastructure strategy, valued at more than $4 billion over the next several years.

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Media contacts:

Roger Scaplen
Director of Communications
Department of Transportation and Works
709-729-3015, 697-5267
rogerscaplen@gov.nl.ca
Donna Ivey
Communications Manager
Government Members Office
709-729-0898, 697-1424
donnaivey@gov.nl.ca

2009 11 13                                                    3:40 p.m.
 


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