Surrey Unveils New Nicomekl Bridge in $44.4M 152 Street Upgrade
It was ribbon-cutting day in South Surrey as city officials and partners marked the completion of the Nicomekl River Bridge twinning, the final milestone in Surrey’s ambitious $44.4-million 152 Street upgrade project.
The newly opened northbound bridge adds two lanes to the vital corridor between the Nicomekl and Serpentine rivers, transforming 152 Street into a four-lane roadway. The project also features a multi-use path for pedestrians and cyclists, modern transit shelters, and a raised roadway for flood protection—a nod to Surrey’s proactive climate strategy.
“This new bridge brings much-needed capacity to a corridor that serves over 30,000 trips a day,” said Mayor Brenda Locke. “It’s an investment in safety, resilience, and the future of our growing city.”
Key Benefits: Safety, Connectivity, and Climate Resilience
In a city release, officials noted that the upgrades are designed to improve public safety, reduce congestion, and enhance the movement of people and goods throughout the region.
MP Ernie Klassen, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Fisheries, emphasized the importance of long-term planning: “This project reflects our commitment to building resilient infrastructure that serves communities today and generations from now.”
The bridge project also aligns with the city’s Coastal Flood Adaptation Strategy (CFAS)—a first-phase effort to counter rising sea levels and prepare for extreme weather.
A Collaborative Effort for Surrey’s Future
The project was funded in part by TransLink and the Government of Canada’s Disaster Mitigation and Adaptation Fund, with Surrey Council spearheading the initiative.
Mayor Locke praised the collaboration: “Thanks to our partners for helping turn this crucial vision into reality. The raised road design means this corridor won’t just handle more traffic—it will stand strong against future climate challenges.”
Visit surrey.ca/152Upgrades to explore the full project.
Surrey is building smarter, safer, and stronger—one bridge at a time.
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