Traffic Bridge Demolition, Phase 1 Complete

At 9:00 a.m. today, the two south spans of Traffic Bridge were successfully taken down using explosive charges. The area has now been inspected and secured and road closures and traffic detours are being reopened. The 250 m exclusion zone has also been lifted.

The demolition was managed by Graham Commuter Partners (GCP), through their contract with licensed blasting specialist Rakowski Cartage & Wrecking Ltd. Saskatoon’s Police Service and Fire Department patrolled the area surrounding Traffic Bridge to ensure public safety.

Once the debris from the demolition is cleared, construction of the south portion of the new bridge can begin. GCP is hopeful that residents will start to see the first new southern span being erected by this summer.

The remaining two northern spans of the old bridge will be taken down as construction progresses. Details on future demolition dates will be shared as they are known.

The City wishes to thank residents, especially property owners and tenants within the exclusion zone, for their cooperation during this first phase of demolition. For more information about the Bridging to Tomorrow Project, including the new Traffic Bridge and the North Commuter Parkway, visit saskatoon.ca/bridging.

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