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Pothole on Ironworkers’ bridge causes massive congestion on North Shore

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‘Massive’ pothole causes traffic delays on Ironworkers Memorial Bridge
A large pothole caused delays on the Ironworkers Memorial Bridge Wednesday. DriveBC said the centre lane of the eastbound side of the bridge was blocked, and crews were attending the damage – Dec 28, 2022

A traffic jam was brewing on the North Shore Wednesday afternoon, amid reports of a “massive” pothole opening on the Ironworkers Memorial Bridge.

Callers to AM730 Traffic reported the pothole was at the north end of the bridge.

Traffic congestion on the North Shore as of 5:30 p.m. Wednesday. Google Maps

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DriveBC said the centre lane of the eastbound side of the bridge was blocked, and that crews were on scene attending the damage. Drivers were warned to expect delays.

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Chunks of concrete could also be seen in a works yard directly below the section being repaired.

By Wednesday evening, eastbound traffic on Highway 1 was backed up all the way to West Vancouver, while the Lions Gate Bridge was also facing heavy traffic from drivers looking to avoid the Ironworker’s bridge.

 

 

 

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