There’s been a lot of interest recently about our bridges and how they’re inspected. Here’s the scoop. We manage an inventory of more than 2,900 bridges plus concession* bridges throughout the province. Sounds like
The truck’s arm can reach about 14 metres above bridges (for checking parts such as suspension cables) and 23 metres below bridges (for inspecting parts such as bearings and bolts). The truck and its two-person operating team travel all over the province to inspect bridges and make repairs.
The Lions Gate Bridge, spanning Burrard Inlet between the City of Vancouver and the North Shore, opened in 1938. It was built and operated by the Guinness family (of Guinness Beer fame) and A. J. T. Taylor, a local businessman. They collected a 25 cent toll from drivers to help pay for the bridge.
Ever wondered how we prioritize the road projects we do? The factors that shape our projects – whether we’re fixing up BC roads, bridges, guardrails, signs, ditches, culverts or adding anything new – boil down