Ironworkers Memorial Second Narrows Crossing

The Ironworkers Memorial Second Narrows Crossing extends 1,292 meters over Burrard Inlet, connecting Vancouver with the North Shore through six traffic lanes.

During construction in 1958, a structural collapse resulted in 19 deaths, marking the most severe industrial accident in Vancouver's recorded history.

The bridge received its current name in 1994 to honor the memory of construction workers who lost their lives during its building phase.

The structure carries Highway 1 traffic and accommodates both pedestrians and cyclists, serving over 120,000 vehicles each day across Burrard Inlet.

Engineers determined that faulty calculations regarding temporary support structures and material quality led to the catastrophic collapse during construction.

Inception: August 25, 1960

Official opening: August 25, 1960

Length: 1,292 m

GPS coordinates: 49.29583,-123.02639

Latest update: November 28, 2025 14:29