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==Replacement== |
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The bridge is scheduled for replacement. Construction began in early 2013 and was scheduled to be completed in late 2015; however, {{as of| |
The bridge is scheduled for replacement. Construction began in early 2013 and was scheduled to be completed in late 2015; however, {{as of|2017|9|6|lc=y}}, it is still not open.<ref>{{cite news|last1=Kent|first1=Gordon|title=Two years on, no word yet on opening date for Walterdale Bridge|url=http://edmontonjournal.com/news/local-news/two-years-on-no-word-yet-on-opening-date-for-walterdale-bridge|accessdate=September 7, 2017|work=Edmonton Journal|date=September 6, 2017}}</ref> The old bridge is scheduled to be demolished and removed after the new bridge is opened.<ref>{{cite news|url = http://www.edmonton.ca/transportation/RoadsTraffic/WalterdaleBridgeReplacement__ProjectUpdate_April2015.pdf|title = Walterdale Bridge Replacement|publisher = edmonton.ca|date = April 2015|accessdate = October 29, 2015}}</ref> The new bridge will feature three northbound traffic lanes and enhanced pedestrian and cyclist crossings. Roadway and trail links north and south of the river will also be enhanced. |
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This signature bridge will be the first of its kind in Edmonton, with two 56-metre tall arches spanning the river just east of the current bridge. The new bridge arches will be supported by thrust blocks on both river banks, eliminating permanent in-river piers.<ref>{{Cite web|title = Walterdale Bridge Features :: City of Edmonton|url = http://www.edmonton.ca/transportation/road_projects/walterdale-bridge-features.aspx|website = www.edmonton.ca|date = October 19, 2015|accessdate = October 19, 2015|first = City of|last = Edmonton}}</ref> |
This signature bridge will be the first of its kind in Edmonton, with two 56-metre tall arches spanning the river just east of the current bridge. The new bridge arches will be supported by thrust blocks on both river banks, eliminating permanent in-river piers.<ref>{{Cite web|title = Walterdale Bridge Features :: City of Edmonton|url = http://www.edmonton.ca/transportation/road_projects/walterdale-bridge-features.aspx|website = www.edmonton.ca|date = October 19, 2015|accessdate = October 19, 2015|first = City of|last = Edmonton}}</ref> |
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Revision as of 12:13, 7 September 2017
Walterdale Bridge | |
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 Walterdale Bridge | |
| Coordinates | 53°31′43.5″N 113°30′08″W / 53.528750°N 113.50222°W |
| Carries | 105 Street northbound, pedestrian walkway |
| Crosses | North Saskatchewan River |
| Locale | Edmonton, Alberta, Canada |
| Official name | Walterdale Bridge |
| Maintained by | City of Edmonton |
| Characteristics | |
| Design | Truss, steel grating deck |
| Total length | 214.2 metres (703 ft) |
| History | |
| Opened | 1913 |
| Location | |
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The Walterdale Bridge (formerly called the 105 Street Bridge) is a steel grating-decked bridge that spans the North Saskatchewan River in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. It was built in 1913 by the Dominion Bridge Company and was named after John Walter, an early settler who ran a ferry at this approximate location.[1] The neighbourhood Walterdale at this location was also named after John Walter.[2]
Replacement
The bridge is scheduled for replacement. Construction began in early 2013 and was scheduled to be completed in late 2015; however, as of 6 September 2017[update], it is still not open.[3] The old bridge is scheduled to be demolished and removed after the new bridge is opened.[4] The new bridge will feature three northbound traffic lanes and enhanced pedestrian and cyclist crossings. Roadway and trail links north and south of the river will also be enhanced.
This signature bridge will be the first of its kind in Edmonton, with two 56-metre tall arches spanning the river just east of the current bridge. The new bridge arches will be supported by thrust blocks on both river banks, eliminating permanent in-river piers.[5]
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Old Walterdale Bridge with early work for new one barely visible on the banks, March 2013. -
The replacement bridge under construction, photo from direction of water, May 2016. -
Cranes and nearly finished structure of new bridge with surroundings
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Old and new Walterdale bridges. May 25, 2017
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References
- ^ Ivany, Kathryn (2004). Historic Walks of Edmonton. Red Deer Press, Calgary. pp. 25–31. ISBN 0889952981.
- ^ "John Walter Historic Area". Parks Canada. Retrieved April 25, 2014.
- ^ Kent, Gordon (September 6, 2017). "Two years on, no word yet on opening date for Walterdale Bridge". Edmonton Journal. Retrieved September 7, 2017.
- ^ "Walterdale Bridge Replacement" (PDF). edmonton.ca. April 2015. Retrieved October 29, 2015.
- ^ Edmonton, City of (October 19, 2015). "Walterdale Bridge Features :: City of Edmonton". www.edmonton.ca. Retrieved October 19, 2015.
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