The Wellington Bridge, located on 102 Avenue between Churchill Crescent and Wellington Crescent, will be replaced.

Project Update - Fall 2024

The Wellington Bridge Replacement project is advancing into the detailed design phase. After careful evaluation of multiple options, the existing bridge will be replaced with a clear-span girder structure. Some historical elements of the existing Wellington Bridge will be incorporated into the new design at roadway level. 

To improve accessibility and safety, the new bridge will feature dedicated spaces for both cyclists and pedestrians. This includes a shared pathway on the north side for those who walk, cycle and roll and cyclists and a sidewalk on the south side of the bridge.

Construction is anticipated to begin in late 2025 and will take approximately one year to complete. The bridge is expected to be completed by the end of 2026, with landscaping in 2027. 

This timeline is set to minimize disruption with surrounding construction projects, including the Valley Line West LRT.

Clear-span Girder Bridge

This design was selected to enhance the bridge’s capacity, safety, and integration with surrounding infrastructure while meeting future needs while balancing budgetary constraints. The girder design reduces construction risks compared to the previously considered concrete arch design, which would have required a more complex foundation and extended construction schedule.

The project team is exploring options for replicating the balustrades and incorporating them into the landscape on either side of the bridge where possible. Additionally, the new bridge will feature decorative streetlights that complement the character of the Glenora neighborhood. These details will be refined as the design moves forward.

Environmental Considerations

Some trees in the project area will be removed to facilitate construction. A comprehensive vegetation restoration plan is being developed to restore the area post-construction. To protect the local bat population, bat boxes have been installed at two locations south of the bridge, offering alternative roosting sites for bats currently residing in the bridge structure.