Replacement of existing culvert on trail E108 with new engineered steel bridge

completed

Mitigate erosion and washouts due to extreme frequent freeze thaw cycles, weather events effects of climate change. Provide safe passage and access over east arm of the Miskww-Ziibi river for multi-user trail system including motorized and non-motorized users. Provide sustainable and easily maintained access to the trail system. Links multiple communities via off-road trails. Replace existing deteriorated 4’ diameter culvert with new 30’ clear span steel bridge including bearing pads, buttress improvements and improved approaches, improve water flow, stabilize existing trail bed and river banks from further erosion. Lower potential environmental impact of the trail system on the watercourse, improved user access, mitigate any safety concerns. Lower potential for spring flooding or impacts from severe weather events, provide safe river crossing for snow grooming equipment.