The Ministry of Transportation and Transit is upgrading the Coquitlam River Bridge on Highway 7B/Mary Hill bypass to add resilience to the transportation network and enhance safety for people who rely on the road.

The Coquitlam River Bridge upgrade project includes the construction of a multi-use path on the south side of the bridge, as well as seismic and drainage upgrades, climate adaptations, including abutment and embankment modifications and concrete replacement, enhanced safety measures for cyclists and a new cultural art fence.

The contract for the project was awarded to Coquitlam River Constructors Ltd. for $6.5 million, and work is expected to begin this fall. The project is anticipated to be completed by fall 2026.

During construction, four lanes will remain open to traffic most of the time except for some overnight single-lane closures required for concrete pouring. Lane widths will be reduced from 3.65 metres to 3 metres, and speed limit will be reduced from 70 km/h to 40 km/h in the construction zone. The existing bridge sidewalk will be closed during construction with a vehicle shuttle available to transport pedestrians and cyclists through the work zone.

Once work is underway, people travelling through the area can expect an increase of an additional five minutes in commute time because of the construction. Drivers are asked to take extra care while travelling in the area and are reminded to obey all safety signage and check DriveBC for the most up-to-date information: https://drivebc.ca