Manitoba bridge project finished

Manitoba Infrastructure Minister Ron Schuler has announced the completion of the construction of the replacement bridge for Provincial Trunk Highway (PTH) 1 (Trans-Canada Highway over the Assiniboine River, located east of Portage la Prairie.

“As part of our government’s commitment to invest in strategic infrastructure, replacement of the PTH 1 bridge over the Assiniboine River ensures this important route can remain open, even during high water events,” said Schuler.

He said the bridge was constructed to a higher design elevation — thereby helping facilitate traffic during high water times — and to national standards. The previous structure was built in 1966 and had surpassed its expected service life.

This project fell under Manitoba’s commitment to invest $1.5 billion over three years for roads, highways, bridges and flood protection.