The era of the bridges constructed on the initial Queensway in the early 1960’s had expected service lives of 50 to 60 years. The rigid frame bridges were the most durable bridge types built in that time period. As each of the seven bridges within the study area is at or nearing the end of their service lives, the MTO has concluded that it is time to replace the bridges The recommendations are included in the Transportation Environmental Study Report for public comment.
