North Arm Bridge, Extradosed bridge in Vancouver, Canada
The North Arm Bridge is an extradosed bridge spanning the Fraser River between Vancouver and Richmond, with a total length of 562 meters. The upper deck carries Canada Line train tracks, while a separate path below is reserved for pedestrians and cyclists.
The bridge was completed in 2009 as part of the expansion of public transit in the Vancouver region. It was built to carry the Canada Line, which links downtown Vancouver to the airport.
A memorial plaque on the bridge honors a construction worker who died during the building process. Visitors walking across naturally notice this tribute placed along the crossing.
The path under the main deck is open to pedestrians and cyclists and offers a direct crossing of the Fraser River. Trains on the upper tracks run frequently, so expect some noise during the crossing.
The bridge deck sits 47 meters above the river, giving enough room for large vessels to pass underneath. This clearance makes it one of the taller crossings of its kind in the region.
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