The St. Lawrence Seaway Management Corporation (SLSMC) is hard at work getting the Welland Canal ready for its annual closure at the end of the week.
While the canal will remain closed until the spring time, the SLSMC will execute several infrastructure maintenance projects this winter.
"Over the next three years the SLSMC will invest $180 million in maintaining critical infrastructure on the Welland Canal section of the St. Lawrence Seaway," writes the City of Thorold, on their website. "These ongoing investments ensure the safety and reliability of our infrastructure while providing economic benefits to communities, businesses and suppliers in Niagara."
This work will necessitate the temporary closure of several Welland Canal bridges at various points throughout the winter.
"They are making every effort to stagger these maintenance periods to minimize impact to the public," writes the City.
The Seaway will be conducting detailed inspections of Bridge 11 from Monday, Jan 20, 2025 to Friday, Jan 24, 2025 from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The bridge will be closed to all vehicle and pedestrian traffic.
Work timelines are subject to change due to weather and other considerations.
