Arlington Bridge Demolition Begins | Winnipeg News

The historic Arlington Bridge, built in 1912, began its demolition this past Thursday, marking the start of a two-year project to remove the aging structure—shut down last November due to safety concerns. Mayor Scott Gillingham hailed the moment as historic, noting the council’s decision to replace it with a new bridge, funded by $17 million for demolition and $5 million for design. The demolition will unfold in two phases: first, the south side over active rail lines, with minimal traffic disruptions expected; the north side will follow in 2027. With over 50 train tracks beneath it, the operation demands extreme precision. The southern half should be gone by year’s end, signaling the end of an era—and the beginning of something new. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/853102155ea0efd8