“It’s designed to integrate seamlessly with the new eight-lane, toll-free immersed tube tunnel that will be built under the Fraser River to replace the existing George Massey Tunnel.” Once complete in the fall of 2025, the interchange will feature two eastbound lanes and three westbound lanes, including a dedicated westbound left-turn lane. This new configuration is tailored to improve vehicle flow, pedestrian safety, and cyclist access, while significantly reducing congestion on Steveston Highway and the on- and off-ramps of Highway 99. HIGHWAY 99 The Project addresses reliability and safety concerns that have grown over the decades. The original two-lane overpass was built more than 60 years ago and could no longer meet the demands of the region’s rising population and vehicle volumes. “The original overpass had only a single narrow sidewalk and wasn’t easily accessible for pedestrians or cyclists,” Bergstrom explains. “The new design includes separated and protected sidewalks and cycle lanes on both the north and south sides of the structure, providing safe and comfortable passage for all users.” Steveston Interchange Project site facing northeast (May 2025) 62 JUN 2025 | BUSINESS ELITE CANADA
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