The design incorporates major advancements in both safety and environmental performance. By reducing the number of in-river foundations from six to two, the project improves navigation while minimizing ecological effects. Construction utilized a balanced cantilever method, assembling the bridge segment by segment from the central tower. “This means the structure was put up segment by segment on alternating sides of the bridge tower to keep the weight balanced,” Tiwana explains. An H-shaped tower design further enhances safety by preventing cables from crossing over traffic lanes, reducing the risk of ice or snow falling onto vehicles. NAVIGATING COMPLEX CHALLENGES Building at one of the narrowest points along the Fraser River presented considerable challenges. High water velocities and a dynamic riverbed required extensive hydraulic analysis and physical modelling to ensure structural integrity and protect downstream conditions. “Bridge foundation design underwent detailed hydraulic analysis to ensure the bridge doesn’t cause hydraulic effects on downstream structures and limits sedimentation forming within navigational channels,” says Tiwana. (Photo Credit - B.C. Ministry of Transportation and Transit) View of north approach bridge deck construction in New Westminster 30 APR 2026 | BUSINESS ELITE CANADA
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