Building a new bridge: Pont Jacques-Bizard

Last updated March 25, 2024

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A new Pont Jacques-Bizard is being built to replace the existing one, which is nearing the end of its lifespan. The new bridge, erected just a few metres from the existing structure, the new bridge will handle 30,000 vehicles a day, and improve traffic flow for cyclists and pedestrians.

All about the project

When?

Start of construction: Spring 2022
Commissioning: Fall 2024
End of construction: Spring 2025

Where?

L’Île-Bizard-Sainte-Geneviève
A few metres east of the existing bridge, over the Rivière des Prairies
On the south and north approaches, between Boulevard Gouin Ouest (island of Montréal) and Rue Cherrier (Île-Bizard)
Parc Denis-Benjamin-Viger

What?

Expanding to 4 traffic lanes, 1 more than the existing bridge
Building a wider two-way bike path and sidewalk
Complete redevelopment of the road, water and sewer mains and street lighting system
Refurbishing electrical networks and wiring
Redeveloping Parc Denis-Benjamin-Viger
Planting trees and plants
Building a lookout in the middle of the bridge
Putting in street furniture

A second phase of the project to dismantle the existing bridge, restore the riverbank and redevelop the Rivière des Prairies waterfront is planned for the coming years.

Why?

The Jacques-Bizard Bridge, which dates back to 1966, will be dismantled in the years to come. It is only the road leading to Île-Bizard.

The new structure will address long-term mobility needs and encourage active travel, while providing essential services to the population.

The project will include a second phase in which the first bridge will be dismantled. An investment of several million dollars would have been required to convert and maintain it.

A 100-year lifespan

The bridge has been designed to last around 100 years, some 40 years longer than the existing structure. The choice of innovative, high-quality materials (galvanized steel reinforcement, high-performance coating and an improved drainage system) will strengthen its resistance to de-icing salts and the freeze-thaw cycle, which contribute to the degradation of concrete and steel.

Vue surélevée des travaux de construction du nouveau pont

Construction schedule

Monday to Friday, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (if necessary)

To reduce impacts on traffic, construction is carried out in a specific sequence and may occasionally take place at night, between 10 p.m. and 5 a.m. To speed up the project or make up for delays, some work may also take place on Sundays.