Highway 95 Kicking Horse River Bridges 1 & 2 Project

Built in 1952, current Highway 95 Kicking Horse River Bridges 1 & 2 are nearing the end of their service life.

The bridges link the north and south sides of the Town of Golden, including a small stretch of road on Gould’s Island. They provide access to:

• Businesses and services
• Commercial and industrial developments
• Employment
• Tourist attractions
• Emergency services
• Highway 1 and 3
• Several communities along Highway 95 between Golden and Cranbrook

The average daily traffic volumes are approximately 13,000 vehicles per day.

Project cost

Total $89.6 million with $60.9 million from Government of B.C. and $28.7 million from the Government of Canada.

Status

• The large steel arches were lifted and installed in late October, which is a major milestone as construction on the structure progresses
• Bracing between the arch ribs has since been installed, and installation of the cables will continue during November
• The ministry is continuing to work with the contractor so that materials and components meet its rigorous specifications and ensure the delivery of a project that meets quality standards

Project benefits

The new bridges will:

• Lower the risk of damage and potential loss of crucial connections due to extreme high water or ice jams
• Preserve access to essential goods and services for local communities
• Include multi-use paths
• Enhance active transportation options
• Integrate with the municipal network

Public consultation

June 23 to July 15, 2022

The community provided feedback on the proposed design.

• Read the Open House Display Boards (PDF, 21MB)
• Engagement Summary (PDF, 4 MB)

October 5 to 21, 2016

The community provided feedback about two proposed alignment options.