City of Ottawa has provided the following update on the Chief William Commanda Bridge multi-use pathway and rehabilitation project
Project overview
In fall 2021, the City began construction on the Chief William Commanda Bridge multi-use pathway and rehabilitation project. The project consists of the construction of a multi-use pathway (MUP) on the existing inactive and retained Chief William Commanda Bridge and the rehabilitation of the substructure of the bridge such as pier work and stone masonry repairs/repointing on abutments. The MUP will connect to the City of Ottawa’s Trillium Pathway to the south and the NCC Voyageurs’ Pathway in Gatineau to the north.
The construction of this new multi-use pathway will improve active transportation between Ottawa and Gatineau and will serve as an interprovincial link for cycling commuters, recreational users, and visitors.
Project update
The following work has been completed or is on-going during this period:
Rail tie replacement on the south bridge
Concrete removal, dowel and rebar installation for north bridge pier caps
Formwork and concrete placement for pier caps of south bridge
Bridge jacking preparation
Masonry repairs at abutment wingwalls
Installation of streetlighting conduit along Trillium Pathway
Upcoming work
Continuance of rail tie replacement
Installation of temporary bridge bearings
Continuance of masonry repairs
Project timelines
Phase 1 - The multi-use pathway is expected to be completed and operational by fall 2022.
Phase 2 - Substructure rehabilitation to be completed by fall 2023.
The multi-use pathway will be put in service upon completion of the upper bridge works and will be safe for use. The remainder of the rehabilitation work will be completed in 2023 with minimal disruption to bridge users. Final cleanup work will be completed by summer 2024.
Photo 1: Installation of streetlighting conduit along Trillium Pathway, June 2022
Photo 2: Masonry repairs at abutment wingwalls, June 2022
Photo 3: Temporary bridge bearing installation, June 2022
Traffic impacts
Lemieux Island has been closed to the public until the completion of the project which is expected in summer 2024. Onigam Street leading to Lemieux Island remains closed to public access.
Impacts to Lemieux Island green space during construction
Reminder: Access to Lemieux Island Green Space remains closed until 2024. For more information please visit the project webpage on Ottawa.ca.
Canada Day
To keep the public safe and away from the construction area, the construction site, including the bridge structure on both sides of the Ottawa River, will be additionally secured and guarded for the duration of the Canada Day activities on July 1. Please stay safe this holiday and keep your distance from the construction site.
