The Ministry of Transport and Sustainable Mobility informs road users that the Île-aux-Tourtes bridge, linking Senneville and Vaudreuil-Dorion along the axis of Highway 40 (Félix-Leclerc), will be completely closed to traffic during the next weekend, from August 16 to 19. This obstacle is required as part of the maintenance work, in particular to carry out the installation of a membrane and asphalting operations on the bridge.
Obstructions planned from Friday, August 16, at 11:59 p.m., to Monday, August 19, at 5 a.m.
Complete closure of Highway 40 westbound between exit no. 41 – Ste-Anne-de-Bellevue/boul. des Anciens-Combattants/Autoroute 20 westbound/Île Perrot and the entrance from Saint-Charles Avenue.
In the west direction, access to Senneville Road will be maintained for users who need to go to this sector.
Complete closure of Highway 40 eastbound between exit no. 35 – Vaudreuil-sur-le-Lac/Vaudreuil-Dorion/Av. St-Charles and the entrance from Boulevard des Anciens-Combattants.
The ramp leading from Highway 40 to the Île-aux-Tourtes bridge will be closed in the interchange with Highway 30. Users are invited to use Highways 20 and 30.
At the end of these complete closures, on Monday, August 19 at 5 a.m., three lanes will be available in total on the bridge, including two in the direction of Montreal for the morning peak period thanks to dynamic traffic management.
Detour routes will be marked with temporary signage.
During this closure, the population is invited to use public transportation and take advantage of the mitigation measures in place due to the obstacles in place at the Île-aux-Tourtes bridge. In addition, tolls will be suspended in both directions on Highway 30 to provide an additional alternative. The Ministry recommends that road users who will have to travel in the area allow more time to get to their destination.
Work could be postponed due to adverse weather conditions or operational constraints.
Therefore, before hitting the road, it is recommended to consult Québec 511, a practical tool for properly planning your trips.
The Ministry thanks road users for their collaboration. For their safety and that of workers, respecting the signage in place is essential.
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