The Town of Ajax yesterday announced that the Church Street Bridge Rehabilitation Project has been completed on schedule and the bridge is now open.
“We are pleased to announce that the Church Street Bridge and the roadway between Mill Street and Durham Live Avenue will reopen tonight, September 30, at 8 pm. Thanks to our strong commitment to efficient project delivery, the bridge is reopening on schedule, restoring an important connection within our community<‘ said a town announcement.
“Please note that with the reopening of the bridge, a weight restriction is now in effect. We kindly ask you to refer to the road signage for details on the maximum allowable weights,” it added.
Church Street Bridge Closure
On May 30, the town announced the closure of the Church Street Bridge (Bridge 18) through a notice of construction.
The bridge over Duffins Creek, located 60 meters North of Highway 401, was constructed in 1960. The roadway bridge was in need of maintenance and repair, as indicated by lifecycle and condition assessments.
The Town of Ajax retained KB Civil Constructors for the project. The proposed schedule and the duration of the bridge closure as provided by the contractor at that time was from Mill Street to Durham Live Avenue from July 1 to September 30.
Westney Road had been designated as a detour route to accommodate northbound and southbound traffic.
Description of Work:
- Waterproofing, removal and replacement of existing asphalt on the bridge deck
- Excavation and rock protection to rectify severe erosions at the South Pier
- Partial depth concrete removal and repairs of the abutments, piers, and girders
- Jacking of superstructure
- Implementation of a work area and scaffolding
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