Case Study
Burgoyne Bridge Environmental Barrier
Burgoyne Bridge Environmental Barrier LOCATION: St.Catharines,Ontario TIMEFRAME: 2015/2016 SCOPE OF WORK: Manufacture and Installation of geomembrane lining system to protect EPS Light Weight Fill from hydrocarbon degradation PROJECT PARTNERS: Owner: Municipality of Niagara Region Engineer: Delcan Contractor: Pomerleau, Geomembrane Manufacturer & Installer – Lay eld Canada Ltd. Background Information and Challenge The Burgoyne Bridge located in Niagara region is a critical artery which connects downtown St.Catherines to the west end of the city. The 400m long Bridge spans the 12 mile creek, Highway 412 and sensitive sh habitat and Conservation area. The original structure was built back in 1912. As a result of years of degradation and increase demands a decision to repair or replace was