Municipal Bridge Maintenance Program

Please be advised that the Municipal Bridge Maintenance Program began on Monday, September 14, 2026, and will continue through November. Maintenance activities will take place on ten municipal bridges throughout the City to help ensure they remain safe and in good condition.

During the maintenance activities, motorists may experience minor traffic delays. The length of impact will vary depending on the type of work being completed at each bridge. 

The updated schedule as of September 255, 2026 for following locations is:

Bay Street Overpass

• September 17 to 25
• Bay Street will be temporarily closed
• Highway 17 West will remain open 

Seventh Avenue South Bridge

• Completed

First Avenue South Bridge 

• September 23 to 29
• Single-lane traffic will be in place, with the northbound lane closed first, followed by the southbound lane

Matheson Street South Bridge

• September 28 to October 1
• Single-lane traffic will be in place, with the northbound lane closed first, followed by the southbound lane

Darlington Bridge

• September 28 to October 2
• Single-lane traffic will be in place, with the northbound lane closed first, followed by the southbound lane

Eighth Avenue South Bridge

• October 5 to 16
• Single-lane traffic will be in place, with the westbound lane closed first, followed by the southbound lane

Winnipeg River East Branch Bridge

• October 5 to 16
• Single-lane traffic will be in place, with the westbound lane closed first, followed by the southbound lane

Watch for signs and signals

Motorists and pedestrians are advised to follow posted signage, traffic signal lights, and use caution in work zones to keep everyone safe.

Updates on the maintenance schedule for the remaining eight bridges will be posted on the City's social media channels and in our News and Notices as the work progresses.

Thank you for your patience and cooperation as this important maintenance is carried out.