New Elbow Creek Bridge opens

Frontenac County – Frontenac County officials, guests, and residents gathered for a ribbon-cutting ceremony to open the newly replaced Elbow Creek Bridge in Central Frontenac, December 15.

The bridge is located near kilometre 57 of the Frontenac K&P Trail, about 2km south of Fish Creek Rd and 2km north of Ball Rd. The crossing and that section of trail closed on October 2 so construction crews could replace the previous fiberglass-and-wood structure with new concrete foundations to support a new prefabricated steel span with timber deck. The new bridge has an increased load capacity, is more durable, and will be serviceable for many years to come.

“It’s my pleasure to see this new bridge open on behalf of Frontenac County Council,” says Frontenac County Warden Ron Vandewal. “The County made this investment because the ongoing development and growth of the Frontenac K&P Trail remains central to our economic development strategy. The trail is for everyone who lives in or visits Frontenac to enjoy. I want to thank all those who contributed time and money to achieving this milestone.”

The $440,000 project is funded by the County of Frontenac with significant financial contributions from The Ontario Federation of Snowmobile Clubs, Trans Canada Trail, and The Frontenac ATV Club. Design, fabrication, and construction on the project were managed by Keystone Bridge Management Corp, Algonquin Bridge, and Crains’ Construction Ltd.

“We extend sincere congratulations to Frontenac County for the opening of the Elbow Creek Bridge on the K&P Trail,” says Eleanor McMahon, President and CEO of Trans Canada Trail. “This collaborative achievement reflects our steadfast commitment to preserving historic pathways for everyone to enjoy – today, and for generations to come.”

The Elbow Creek Bridge is now open to the public, enhancing the accessibility and appeal of the K&P Trail for outdoor enthusiasts.