Bridge Washing Scheduled Across 132 Durham Region Bridges Starting June 16

Bridge washing on 132 regional bridges in Durham Region will start June 16 and is expected to continue until the end of July, according to an announcement from Durham Region. The work will take place in the Town of Ajax, Township of Brock, Municipality of Clarington, City of Oshawa, City of Pickering, Township of Scugog, Township of Uxbridge, and Town of Whitby.

Durham Region states that this maintenance is carried out annually to clear debris and maintain bridge structures. The Region has noted that minimal traffic disruptions are expected, but lane restrictions may apply while work is underway. Drivers are reminded by Durham Region to be cautious in affected areas.

No specific bridges or detour routes were listed in the announcement.