The scope of this project is to remove the existing bridge structure and construct a new 2-lane precast prestressed concrete box-girder bridge. Asbestos abatement and replacement of the existing watermain crossing the Canagagigue Creek is also part of the contract.
Due to the environmental constraint, construction of the eastbound lane is in 2005 and the westbound lane will be constructed in 2006.
• 11 prestressed box-girders 32m in length
• 300m3 of 35 MPA waterproof concrete

Constructed over a 25 m deep gorge, the Irvine River Bridge is located on David Street in the historic village of Elora, Ontario

The bridge has significant provincial heritage as well as economic importance to the community, and replicating the appearance of the existing bridge was a must to obtain approval prior to replacing it.

The new structure is now the fifth bridge in almost 140 years to be supported by the historic 1867 masonry pier.

Each arch rib was precast on site, then lifted into place with cranes located on both sides of the gorge.

The new bridge, completed in 2004 for the County of Wellington, was a winner of the 2005 Pre-Cast Concrete - Structural Design Innovation Awards.