Welcome news for drivers who have been contending with construction on Saint John’s Harbour Bridge.
The Department of Transportation and Infrastructure said work is expected to wrap up on schedule.
Spokesperson Tyler McLean said paving is already done, with line painting and site cleanup now ongoing.
In an email, McLean said the plan is to reopen the bridge to all lanes of traffic no later than Nov. 30.
“Phase 1 work on the Saint John Harbour Bridge was substantially completed earlier this fall, while work on Phase 2 is anticipated to be completed by the end of November. Phase 3 was also started this year,” said McLean.
Work includes replacing expansion joints and bearings, removing existing asphalt and waterproofing, and applying new high-performance waterproofing and new asphalt.
McLean said work on Phase 3 is scheduled to continue next year, with the bridge reduced to two lanes again from early April until late November.
The final phase of work, which should begin at some point in 2024 and continue until 2026, includes deck rehabilitation of both ramps located on the east end, replacement of bearings, and pier repairs at numerous locations for the underside of the bridge.
“During work in the final phase, the bridge ramps will be closed with driving lanes on the bridge remaining open to four lanes of traffic,” said the department’s website.
The four-phase project began in 2021 and is expected to continue through 2026. It has a total price tag of $26.4 million.
In February, the federal government announced up to $7.3 million for the remaining two phases of work.
The province is also spending up to $7.7 million for the remaining phases for a total investment of $15 million.
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