Beaver River Bridge Reopens with Temporary Structure

The Beaver River Bridge, located east of Beaverton, is now open to traffic. This development follows the installation of a temporary bridge by the Regional Municipality of Durham, with support from the Township of Brock and funding from the Ontario Ministry of Transportation. The temporary structure will remain in place until a permanent replacement is constructed.

The Beaver River Bridge Replacement Project was prioritized by the Township of Brock and Regional Council after the bridge's closure on November 16, 2023. The bridge is crucial for providing access to Beaverton’s downtown area and local businesses, as well as for emergency vehicles.

The temporary bridge, which connects Regional Road 15 over the Beaver River, is designed to support full traffic loads. The construction of the permanent bridge is planned to begin while traffic continues on the temporary structure. Once the north portion of the permanent bridge is completed, traffic will be shifted to it, allowing for the removal of the temporary bridge and completion of the permanent structure. The project is expected to be completed by 2027.

Funding for both the temporary and permanent structures is being provided by the Ontario Ministry of Transportation. The Region of Durham has acknowledged the contributions of Algonquin Bridge and Elirpa Construction & Materials Limited, as well as the timely relocation work by Hydro One and expedited approvals from the Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority and Fisheries and Oceans Canada.