Arlington Bridge expected to be decommissioned starting on June 1
Posted May 25, 2026 6:47 pm.
The City of Winnipeg says the century-old Arlington Bridge will begin to be decommissioned as early as June 1.
Over the next six months, work will begin to remove the south portion of the bridge from Logan Avenue to midway into the CPKC yard.
Traffic near Logan Avenue and Arlington Street will occasionally be affected; however, the City says no full road closures are anticipated.
In 2027, work is expected to the north at Dufferin Avenue.
“This is the next step toward building a new Arlington Bridge for the North End,” said Mayor Scott Gillingham. “I know residents have been concerned since the bridge closed, and I want them to know this project is moving forward. We’re removing the old bridge and designing its replacement. The next bridge will be safer, more accessible, and built to serve Winnipeg for generations.”
The City fully closed the bridge in November 2023 after it was found to be in poor condition and could not be repaired or rebuilt on the same foundation.
In January 2025, City Council approved $17 million for the decommissioning and removal, as well as an additional $5 million to begin design of a new bridge.
“While many residents are saddened to see this historic bridge come down, today marks an important step forward for our community,” said Councillor Vivian Santos, Point Douglas. “As we move into the next phase, the work to replace the Arlington Bridge is now underway, and I will continue advocating for a modern, accessible connection that reconnects residents, supports active transportation, and strengthens links between the North End, Point Douglas, and the rest of our city.”
Construction funding for a new bridge will be part of a future council decision.
