To advance the City of Burnaby’s goal of increasing accessible transportation methods, the Burnaby Lake Overpass Pedestrian Bridge is being constructed over the Trans-Canada Highway (Highway 1). This overpass will improve the connectivity of the trail networks of Burnaby’s three major parks, Burnaby Lake, Deer Lake Park and Robert Burnaby Park.
The pedestrian bridge is approximately 95 meters long and five meters wide and will create safe access for pedestrians and cyclists traveling north and south between the Burnaby Lake and Deer Lake areas over Highway 1. To facilitate the success of this critical community asset and determine its location, EXP provided geotechnical services. During the feasibility study, EXP provided geotechnical input on four different potential sites to evaluate each option’s design and optimal crossing location. The team conducted a geotechnical subsurface assessment to characterize the subsurface conditions at the site to develop preliminary recommendations for the proposed pedestrian bridge construction. EXP also contributed to finalizing the preliminary schematic designs.
The selected site has the northern landing of the overpass situated near the trailhead at Glencairn Drive and the southern landing located near the intersection of Claude Avenue and McCarthy Court. Due to the site’s existing elevation at each embankment, construction costs were lower compared to the alternative site options. The overpass was also designed to accommodate possible future expansion of Highway 1.
Burnaby Lake Overpass Pedestrian Bridge reflects the city’s commitment to strengthening its active transportation network and creating more diverse methods of exploring the city. Creating alternative opportunities for transportation other than driving helps to mitigate vehicle emissions and protect the environment. EXP is proud to contribute to this project that enhances active transportation for the community.
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