IVOR STRONG BRIDGE

Now that the new Ivor Strong Bridge has opened to traffic, a new traffic configuration for northbound Deerfoot Trail will be implemented the week of August 31, 2026. This temporary traffic configuration will provide space for rehabilitation work on the pre-existing bridge.

As part of this change:

  • Traffic control measures, including temporary barriers and signage, will be in place to safely guide motorists through the updated configuration.
  • Northbound Deerfoot Trail traffic will split on the pre-existing bridge, with one lane on the right and two lanes on the left. A barricaded area will be in the middle of the northbound lands where the rehabilitation work will take place.
  • The Anderson/Bow Bottom off-ramp will remain accessible.

WHAT IS HAPPENING?

BRIDGE REHABILITATION WORK

Rehabilitation work on the northbound bridge will include removal of the existing concrete median barrier, expansion joint retrofitting, and removal of existing streetlight poles. Renovation work will be confined to the bridge deck and will not impact the bridge piers, abutments, or require in-river work.

ROAD CONSTRUCTION

New road construction, primarily in the median between Ivor Strong Bridge and Douglasdale Boulevard / 24 Street SE, will include excavation and grading, paving, concrete barrier installation, storm drainage, and street lighting installation.

OVERNIGHT WORK

The construction activities related to this traffic reconfiguration will continue during the daytime and nighttime.

TIMELINES

Work is set to start the week of August 31, 2026 and is anticipated to continue until October 2026.

SPEED REDUCTION

All road users are reminded to proceed with caution, follow posted signage, and allow extra travel time as construction continues.

ANTICIPATED IMPACTS

Residents in nearby areas may notice increased noise, construction lighting, and occasional traffic delays due to bridge renovation activities.

Please be mindful of and obey onsite signage and traffic accommodations. We thank you for your patience and understanding as we work to complete these complex, multi-year improvements.