Wellington Bridge Replacement

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Wellington Bridge Replacement | City of Edmonton

The Wellington Bridge, located on 102 Avenue between Churchill Crescent and Wellington Crescent, will be replaced.

www.edmonton.ca

 

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With the exception of the High Level and original Low Level span, I think that Wellington is the only other bridge that should be retained in perpetuity, if possible. It's certainly our nicest looking and I really hope they end up keeping the arches and railings. Having said that, even I'll admit the work is needed, especially now with the 102nd Avenue bike lane. The thin sidewalks are a real hazard.

For those of you who are unaware, the bridge is an interesting piece in that it was a major Depression-era make-work project. Here's some clippings from the June 29th, 1932 Journal:

 

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Edmonton’s Carol Sweet’s faces challenges due to Wellington Bridge construction

For over 20 years, Carol’s Sweets has brightened up the southwest edge of Edmonton’s downtown core with it’s colourful and exotic sweet treats. “We’ve been actually making chocolates in Edmonton,” said Carol Logan, Owner of Carol’s Sweets. Lately, business has been tough, between lengthy bridge...

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Wellington Bridge Replacement | City of Edmonton

The Wellington Bridge, located on 102 Avenue between Churchill Crescent and Wellington Crescent, will be replaced.

www.edmonton.ca

Looks like they will replicate the railings in the new design, but no mention of maintaining the arches.

I always thought the metal supports underneath were temporary and wanted to get a nice photo of it after they were removed, guess I'll never have the chance. Anyone happen to have one?

 

[thommyjo]

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Looks like they will replicate the railings in the new design, but no mention of maintaining the arches.

I always thought the metal supports underneath were temporary and wanted to get a nice photo of it after they were removed, guess I'll never have the chance. Anyone happen to have one?

I wonder if the arches are 1) extra, unnecessary cost, 2) risks for graffiti/unsafe activities maybe? A shame though, they were unique and beautiful.