Comments are invited on the replacement of the Deer Lake Tailrace bridge

    Monday, 26 May 2025 12:00

    By Tonya Organ

    The aged and deteriorated bridge on the Humber Canal in the town of Deer Lake is located at the power station outlet over the tailrace on the Trans-Canada Highway.

    A proposal to replace the Deer Lake Tailrace Bridge  is in the hands of the Environment department. The aged and deteriorated bridge on the Humber Canal in the town of Deer Lake is located at the power station outlet over the tailrace on the Trans-Canada Highway. The project includes demolition and removal of the existing bridge and the construction of a new bridge. The undertaking was registered on May 23rd,  the deadline for public comment is June 27th, and the minister’s decision is due by July 7th. Comments may be sent to: EAProjectComments@gov.nl.ca

     

     

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