The Government of Saskatchewan is dedicating $33.7 million dollars to raise the height of Highway 2 overpass that crosses over the Trans-Canada Highway in Moose Jaw.

The existing bridges, which have a clearance height of 4.5 metres, will be demolished. The bridges have been hit multiple times over the years by oversized traffic. The new structures will have a clearance height of 5.3 metres.

The existing cloverleaf shaped on- and off-ramps will also be replaced with modern diamond-shaped on- and off-ramps. A Ministry of Highways contractor began staging in the area in mid-March and is expected to begin demolishing the northbound bridge the week of April 1.

In a news release, the Saskatchewan Trucking Association Executive Director Susan Ewart said. “This project is a critical improvement that will enhance safety and efficiency for trucking operations on this key transportation corridor, while demonstrating the provincial government’s commitment to modernizing infrastructure.”

During construction this year, Highway 2 will have two-way traffic on the southbound bridge while the new northbound bridge is being built. Next year, Highway 2 will have two-way traffic on the new northbound bridge while the new southbound bridge is being built.

Highway 1 underneath the bridges will be reduced to two-way traffic throughout the project. Traffic from the exit ramps will be detoured as needed.