New Craigflower Bridge Celebration - April 26

April 24, 2014



The Craigflower Bridge Replacement Project is nearing completion! Admirals Road, from Island Highway in View Royal to Gorge Road in the District of Saanich, is anticipated to be re-opened to vehicular traffic in early to mid-May.

Prior to the opening of Admirals Road and the bridge, the Town of View Royal and the District of Saanich will be hosting a modest ceremony, with representatives from the federal, provincial and municipal governments in attendance. You are invited to attend this ceremony, which has been set for SATURDAY, APRIL 26th, 2014 at 10:00AM. It will take place on the sidewalk on the east side of the new bridge.

There is parking for the event along Gorge Road, west of Admirals Road, as well as limited parking in the perimeter areas of the Canadian Tire parking lot, located at the corner of Island Highway and Admirals Road.

This project included:

  • Replacement of the 80 year old Craigflower Bridge. The new bridge has a projected lifespan of 75 years and is designed to withstand a major seismic event;
  • Construction of wide sidewalks, bike lanes and three vehicle lanes on the bridge;
  • Construction of new sidewalks, bike lanes, safety features, improved lighting and new road surface on Admirals Road from Island Highway to Gorge Road;
  • Installation of storm water treatment facilities and rain gardens;
  • Replacement of sanitary sewer lines, storm drains and water mains on Admirals Road between Island Highway and Gorge Road; and
  • Boulevard landscaping and improvements.

For more information regarding this project, please visit the project website at www.craigflowerbridge.com.