Pattullo Bridge reopens ahead of schedule after construction over Victoria Day weekend. Traffic resumes in both directions between Surrey and New Westminster.
Commuters between Surrey and New Westminster received a welcome surprise as the Pattullo Bridge reopened to traffic earlier than scheduled. Originally planned to remain closed until Tuesday morning, the bridge was fully operational by Sunday evening.
Weekend Construction Wraps Up Ahead of Time
TransLink had announced a full bridge closure starting Friday at 9 p.m., with a planned reopening by 5 a.m. Tuesday. However, expedited work allowed for the bridge to resume traffic in both directions well before the expected timeline.
Pedestrian and cyclist access remained uninterrupted during the closure.
Part of the Larger Bridge Replacement Project
The temporary shutdown was part of the ongoing Pattullo Bridge Replacement Project. According to TransLink, the completed work included critical drainage installation and foundation construction to support the approaches of the new bridge.
“Excavation took place over the weekend as part of foundational work necessary for the safe progress of the replacement structure,” TransLink noted in its official statement.
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