Metrolinx to Widen Bridge, Expand Service on Lakeshore East GO Line
Written by Kyra Senese, Managing Editor
Woodbine bridge looking south prior to construction
Metrolinx
Beginning in January 2023, Metrolinx will have crews working to widen the Woodbine Bridge in Toronto's east end. The bridge will eventually be able to accommodate a fourth track by adding a span on the north side.
The planned work is expected to enable more frequent service on the Lakeshore East GO Line, enhancing commuters’ schedule flexibility, Metrolinx said in a release. The agency aims to upgrade infrastructure and provide faster, two-way, all-day, 15-minute rail service on key network portions by building on current tracks.
Until the winter of 2023, there will be several stages of work, including overnight shifts and traffic impacts on Woodbine Avenue. Traffic reconfiguration is required for crews to establish a safe work zone, Metrolinx said in a release.
Construction for the widening of the Woodbine Bridge will include road indicators that will be in place for the duration of the lane reconfigurations as well as directional signage that will be installed.
The next stage of construction will have crews working on the east side of the road. While Metrolinx widens the east bridge abutment, a temporary pedestrian walkway will be installed to maintain access.
After finishing the east abutment, crews are expected move to the west side of the road and begin widening the west bridge abutment around July of 2023. To maintain access, a temporary pedestrian walkway will be installed.
