The Town has arranged for online public engagement to allow residents and interested members of the public an opportunity to review the preliminary design and provide feedback for the Frost Road Bridge Replacement Project.
Project details and drawings will be available for review on our public engagement site SpeakUpLincoln.ca beginning December 15, 2023.
Public consultation is integral to all Town of Lincoln projects, and the community is encouraged to submit comments through Speak Up Lincoln by January 12, 2024.
Project Description and Background
The Frost Road bridge is located approximately 140 metres North of Spring Creek Road and crosses over Spring Creek. The bridge was originally constructed in the 1920’s and displayed severe signs of deterioration.
In 1995, failure of the south abutment occurred, and it was determined that rehabilitation of the structure was not possible. This incident prompted immediate closure of the bridge.
Given the cost implications and low vehicular volumes on Frost Road, it was decided that replacement would be deferred, and the bridge would remain closed until future removal and/or reconstruction.
In 2018, the steel girder bridge and top half of the superstructure was prompted to be removed due to concerns for public safety. Frost Road has since remained closed to through traffic.
Proposed Improvements
To align with the Transportation Master Plan and Active Transportation Strategy, the Town is prepared to replace the Frost Road Bridge at Spring Creek. This will include the following:
- New Single Span Precast Concrete Rigid Frame Arch Bridge Structure.
- Designed for a 75-year design life span.
- Restoring the link between Yonge Street and Spring Creek Road.
- Accommodate future considerations of the Town’s Transportation Master Plan (TMP).
- Proposed wider cross section to meet the Active Transportation Strategy (ATS).
- Restore safety and provide access to a previously closed road.
The installation of the Frost Road Bridge will meet the long-term objectives of the TMP and ATS to further connect to the primary linkages of the Towns active transportation network. Currently, the year of construction is undetermined and will be dependent on future budget deliberations.
More Information
For more information on the project or if you would like to schedule a private meeting, please contact:
- Rob Andrea, C.E.T, PMP
- Project Manager, Town of Lincoln
- 905-563-8205 ext. 251
