Circle Drive North Bridge re-opens ahead of schedule

Saskatoon drivers received welcome news as the Circle Drive North Bridge fully re-opened in time for the morning commute Tuesday.

The city originally said the bridge would re-open Tuesday afternoon, but drivers told 650 CKOM the lane restrictions had already been removed by 7:00 a.m.

Construction on the six lane bridge began last February and was completed three weeks ahead of schedule according to the city.

The budget for the entire project was $10.5 million dollars. The project included new pavement, concrete barriers and improved drainage.

The city says these repairs should extend the bridge’s lifespan by several decades.