Opening of New King Edward Overpass

COQUITLAM, BC, Tuesday, October 25, 2011 – Motorists who use United Boulevard will notice significant improvements in access to the area this Saturday, October 29. It will mark the re-opening of the King Edward corridor featuring a new overpass.

"The King Edward Overpass is a strategic new connection that reconnects historic Maillardville to the Fraser River, as well as providing a reliable link for local businesses and residents," said Coquitlam Mayor Richard Stewart. "The City would like to thank all of the businesses, neighbours and visitors to the area for your patience during the construction. This link enhances the long term viability for future development along the Fraser River."

The new overpass, replacing the narrow three-lane underpass, will reduce congestion and improve traffic movement between Lougheed Highway and United Boulevard with four lanes of traffic that pass over Highway 1 and the railway tracks.

"The new overpass will also enhance cycling and pedestrian movements with a 4-metre wide multi-use pathway that connects Mackin Park on the north side to the proposed river front development at Fraser Mills on the south side," said General Manager Strategic Initiatives Maurice Gravelle.

Built by Kiewit/Flatiron as part of the Port Mann Highway 1 Project, the King Edward Overpass is being funded partially by the City who is contributing approximately $7.7 M towards its construction. As well, the Beedie Group who will be developing the Fraser Mills site, is contributing $500,000 towards the enhanced fit and finish of the 4-metre wide multi-use pathway.

Vehicles, pedestrians and cyclists can start using the new overpass at approximately 7:00 a.m. on Saturday, October 29, but are reminded that there will still be some ongoing work over the next few months to complete the finishing touches. The City of Coquitlam will be planning a grand opening community event in the New Year to celebrate Coquitlam’s newest piece of infrastructure.

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For more information, contact:

Maurice Gravelle
General Manager Strategic Initiatives
604-927-3676

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