Keewatin Channel Bridge Weight Restriction

The Keewatin Channel Bridge currently has a vehicle weight limit due to scaffolding adjustments.

Load restrictions remain in place at 8,500 pounds (3,855 kilograms) per vehicle. Commercial vehicles over this limit must use the Highway 17A Bypass.

Emergency vehicles and buses are permitted to cross the bridge with the flow of regular passenger traffic, although no more than one emergency or bus may be on the bridge at the same time. When multiple are crossing, these vehicles are to cross only after the preceding vehicle has passed the high mid-point of the bridge.

Tunnel Island Parking Lot and Trail System Temporary Closure

By City of Kenora - Feb 02, 2026

February 3, 2026 update

The Hydro One maintenance work at Tunnel Island (Waa'say'Gaa'Boo) has been postponed for now.

 

February 2, 2026 notice

Please be advised that the Tunnel Island (Waa’say’Gaa’Boo) parking lot and trail system will be closed to all vehicle and pedestrian traffic from Monday, February 9, to Friday, February 13. 

This temporary closure is to allow Hydro One to perform maintenance work on its hydro structures.

The parking lot and trail system will be open for the Family Day weekend.

Thank you for your understanding during this work.

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