The Cleaver Road Bridge, located over Whitemans Creek between Colborne Street West and Robinson Road, was closed in July 2023 after a structural inspection, as part of the County’s Bridge Inspection Program, found it was no longer safe for vehicles. After further study, the County of Brant is now exploring options for the future of the bridge - and we want your feedback.
Why this is happening
The bridge was closed for safety reasons after it failed a required inspection. As part of the County’s Transportation Master Plan, Cleaver Road Bridge was also identified as a structure thatContinue reading
The Cleaver Road Bridge, located over Whitemans Creek between Colborne Street West and Robinson Road, was closed in July 2023 after a structural inspection, as part of the County’s Bridge Inspection Program, found it was no longer safe for vehicles. After further study, the County of Brant is now exploring options for the future of the bridge - and we want your feedback.
Why this is happening
The bridge was closed for safety reasons after it failed a required inspection. As part of the County’s Transportation Master Plan, Cleaver Road Bridge was also identified as a structure that may need to be closed, repaired, or changed.
Options that were considered
We studied the following six possible options:
Options
Details
Vehicular Rehabilitation- rehabilitate the existing bridge for vehicular traffic
Estimated construction cost of $2.8M
Estimated lifespan of 15 years (+/-5)
Vehicular Replacement - build a new bridge for vehicles
Estimated $3.5M - $4.0M to remove and replace bridge with no load limit with a contemporary or replica structure.
Estimated lifespan of about 75 years (+/-25)
Pedestrian Conversion - convert the existing structure for walking and cycling only
Estimated $500k - $900k to rehabilitate bridge for adaptive pedestrian use depending on level of service desired
Estimated lifespan of about 10 years (+/-5)
Pedestrian Replacement - build a new pedestrian bridge
Estimated construction cost of $650k (maintain span and elevation)
Estimated lifespan of about 50 years (+/- 15)
Permanent Retirement and Removal - remove the bridge permanently
Bridge would be fully documented in accordance with HIA prior to removal
Road would be permanently closed at the site, with creek embankments would be restored to pre-existing natural condition
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Your feedback is valuable and will be considered alongside other factors such as environmental impact, legal requirements, financial considerations, and community needs.
County of Brant Staff aim to maintain a respectful and constructive dialogue with the public through all forms of communication. We understand and appreciate that people will have differing opinions and concerns, and welcome all feedback, in a respectful and constructive manner.
October 21 2025 - RPT-0295-25 - Cleaver Road Bridge Future Direction
