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Bruhn Bridge replacement in Sicamous to support safer and more efficient travels


SICAMOUS, BC, Nov. 16, 2018 /CNW/ - Investing in transportation infrastructure is critical to connecting communities and boosting trade and tourism to create good jobs and build a strong economy and middle class.

Today, the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Infrastructure and Communities, and the Honourable Claire Trevena, Minister of BC Transportation and Infrastructure, announced $224.5 million in joint funding for the replacement of the R. W. Bruhn Bridge along Highway 1 in Sicamous.

This project involves replacing the R. W. Bruhn Bridge, which has surpassed its useful life, with a new structure. Before the end of the year, one of two bridge options will be chosen for construction: a five-lane bridge replacement or a four-lane bridge replacement with a new Main Street bridge, both including improvements to the approach to the bridge.

Once complete, the new R.W. Bruhn Bridge will significantly improve traffic flow and driver safety, providing a reliable efficient crossing along this vital transportation route for residents, visitors and businesses for another 75 years.

Quotes

"The Government of Canada recognizes the importance of maintaining safe, efficient and reliable road networks that facilitate the movement of people and goods, link communities and encourage tourism. This vital bridge replacement along Highway 1 in Sicamous will ensure residents, tourists and businesses can move safely through the region for years to come."

The Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Infrastructure and Communities

"Replacing the Bruhn Bridge and widening the highway is important for safety and is integral to our government's commitment to four-laning the Trans-Canada Highway. We also want to ensure local communities benefit from public infrastructure spending so our Trans Canada upgrades will bring job and training opportunities to people in the region."

The Honourable Claire Trevena, Minister of BC Transportation and Infrastructure

Quick facts

Associated links

Investing in Canada: Canada's Long-Term Infrastructure Plan:
http://www.infrastructure.gc.ca/plan/icp-publication-pic-eng.html

Investing in Canada Plan Project Map:
http://www.infrastructure.gc.ca/map

Federal infrastructure investments in British Columbia: http://www.infrastructure.gc.ca/map-carte/bc-eng.html

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