Highway 11/17 Rehabilitation & Bridge Structures
Location
Thunder Bay, Ontario, Ontario, Canada
Owner
Ministry of Transportation Ontario (MTO)
Role
Consultant
Project Overview
Rehabilitation of Highway 11/17 for a 3.2 km section, including multiple bridges and roadway enhancements.
Key Components
- Grading, Drainage & Hot Mix Paving – Mill and overlay with targeted full-depth reconstruction in critical areas.
- Structure Rehabilitation – Repairs to Highway 11/17 Interchange Bridge (Site 43X-0350/B0) and Lavase River/CPR Overhead Bridges.
- Electrical Upgrades – Replacement of existing HPS roadway luminaires with LED fixtures and upgrades to high mast pole lighting.
- Roadside Safety Improvements – New steel beam guiderails, signage replacements, and minor curb and gutter repairs.
- Stormwater Management & Drainage – Sewer pipe replacements, culvert repairs, and localized ditch cleanouts to improve drainage.
- Traffic Management & Staging – Nighttime lane closures and a full road closure of the E-S Ramp to minimize daytime traffic disruptions.
Challenges & Solutions
Project Impact & Benefits
- Extended service life of Highway 11/17 and its bridges through modern rehabilitation techniques.
- Reduced environmental impact with sustainable drainage solutions and eco-friendly construction methods.
- Enhanced roadway safety with updated signage, guiderails, and lighting improvements.
- Minimized traffic disruption by implementing an efficient construction staging and traffic management plan.