Selkirk Trestle along Galloping Goose to close for maintenance
People who use one of the most travelled portions of the Galloping Goose Trail may want to pick a detour as crews begin work on the Selkirk Trestle this week.
Starting Tuesday, April 25 the Capital Regional District (CRD) will be temporarily closing the bridge to pedestrian and cycling traffic so it can raise the bascule portion of the 107-year-old structure.
The work will include an inspection and maintenance of the drawbridge section of the span.
The work on the former CN Railway trestle is a result of a condition assessment undertaken in 2021. The CRD began repairs to the trestle pilings and support structures in February and March of this year.
The work on the lift span of the trestle is part of the continuing maintenance of the popular pedestrian and cycling thoroughfare across the Gorge Waterway.
The Selkirk Trestle is used by more than 670,000 users each year, according to the CRD. It has been a part of the Galloping Goose Regional Trail system since 1996.
The closure will take place outside of peak commuting hours between 9 a.m. and 2 p.m. The CRD says when a definite time for closure is determined an update will be available on the CRD website.
The CRD asks users of the trestle to follow the direction of onsite staff and signs while the work is underway.
The closure is not expected to impact marine traffic in the Gorge Waterway.
The CRD says it will continue with repairs and upgrades to the bridge through 2025.
CTVNews.ca Top Stories
BREAKING Israel attacks Iran, Reuters sources say; drones reported over Isfahan
Israel has attacked Iran, three people familiar with the matter told Reuters, as Iranian state media reported early on Friday that its forces had destroyed drones, days after Iran launched a retaliatory drone strike on Israel.
American millionaire Jonathan Lehrer denied bail after being charged with killing Canadian couple
American millionaire Jonathan Lehrer, one of two men charged in the killings of a Canadian couple in Dominica, has been denied bail.
Nearly half of China's major cities are sinking, researchers say
Nearly half of China's major cities are suffering 'moderate to severe' levels of subsidence, putting millions at risk of flooding especially as sea levels rise.
Prince Harry formally confirms he is now a U.S. resident
Prince Harry, the son of King Charles III and fifth in line to the British throne, has formally confirmed he is now a U.S. resident.
Judge says 'no evidence fully supports' murder case against Umar Zameer as jury starts deliberations
The judge presiding over the trial of a man accused of fatally running over a Toronto police officer is telling jurors the possible verdicts they may reach based on the evidence in the case.
Health Canada to change sperm donor screening rules for men who have sex with men
Health Canada will change its longstanding policy restricting gay and bisexual men from donating to sperm banks in Canada, CTV News has learned. The federal health agency has adopted a revised directive removing the ban on gay, bisexual and other men who have sex with men, effective May 8.
Colin Jost names one celebrity who is great at hosting 'Saturday Night Live'
Colin Jost, who co-anchors Saturday Night Live's 'Weekend Update,' revealed who he thinks is one of the best hosts on the show.
Sports columnist apologizes for 'oafish' comments directed at Caitlin Clark. The controversy isn't over
A male columnist has apologized for a cringeworthy moment during former University of Iowa superstar and college basketball's highest scorer Caitlin Clark's first news conference as an Indiana Fever player.
'Shopaholic' author Sophie Kinsella reveals brain cancer diagnosis
Sophie Kinsella, the best-selling author behind the 'Shopaholic' book series, has revealed that she is receiving treatment for brain cancer.