Title
Funding Request - Bridge File 00110 (RR271, 900m South of Twp 534)
Proposed Motion
That Council approve $150,000 in Canada Community-Building Fund (CCBF) funding to complete design work for Bridge File 00110, as presented.
Body
Administration Recommendation
Administration supports the proposed motion. Bridge File 00110 was closed in July 2024 due to a failed inspection report. Funding approval for design will provide opportunity for Administration to advance this project forward in 2024.
Purpose
To obtain funding in 2024 to initiate design work as soon as possible. Design work will include an assessment of potential rehabilitation options to reduce timeline of the bridge closure and to potentially extend the lifecycle by 3-5 years. Extending the lifecycle may allow for interim bridge use and will provide time to ensure that all available grants can be applied for with work completed in a timely manner.
Summary
As part of annual, scheduled work activities, Administration completed bridge inspections as per the Province's Bridge Inspection and Maintenance (BIM) program. During the July 2, 2024, inspection of Bridge File 00110, issues were identified that led to a recommendation to close the bridge effective immediately due to safety precautions. The bridge has deteriorated beyond operational limits and must be rehabilitated or replaced prior to reopening. The bridge is a single span structure built in 1962. Average lifespan for these types of structures is 40-50 years so it is well past its anticipated lifecycle. Administration has reported it is a Low Advisory Rating in the BIM program annually since at least 2020.
At the time of approval for the 2024-2027 Capital Infrastructure Program, Bridge File 00110 was scheduled for design in 2025 with construction in 2026. Given the current rating and recent condition assessment report, Administration is recommending the design process be moved into the 2024 calendar year. This will allow Administration time to rev...
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