The new Johnson Street Bridge took on its finished look as its main bridge deck span was lifted into place Sunday, but weekend weather delays kept the old bridge closed to all traffic. The old bridge was expected to reopen by 5 p.m. MondayHigh winds on Saturday delayed the placement of the final major component of the estimated $105-million bridge because it created unsafe conditions for operating the Dynamic Beast barge crane. Huggett said crews worked overnight Sunday bolting the main deck span to the steel rings that will lift the bridge to allow marine traffic to pass once the bridge is complete. The installation by crane of a smaller infill span between the rings and the main deck was scheduled for Monday. Say hello to your new bridge Victoria #yyj pic.twitter.com/4Bv8bFodN3 — @CityOfVictoriaWhile the bridge now looks complete, additional bolting, testing and adjustments are required before it officially opens March 31.

Source: CBC News January 29, 2018 20:25 UTC