Bridge Replacement at Valcartier Military Base
Official title: Replacement of Bridge 23 - Valcartier Military Base
The Department of National Defence wants to tear down Bridge 23 at Valcartier Military Base and replace it with a culvert. The work includes removing the old bridge, digging, installing sheet piles, and building a temporary channel to reroute water during construction.
Why This Matters
This is a routine infrastructure project on a military base. Unless you work at CFB Valcartier or live nearby, it won't affect your daily life. The environmental review ensures the waterway is protected during construction.
What Could Change
If approved, the old bridge gets demolished and replaced with a culvert. Construction will temporarily alter the waterway with a diversion channel. Once complete, vehicle access across the stream will be restored.
Key Issues
- What are the environmental impacts of removing the bridge and installing a culvert?
- How will the waterway be protected during construction?
Indigenous Consultation
This consultation requires engagement with Indigenous communities under the Crown's duty to consult.