Ironworkers Memorial Second Narrows Crossing

The Ironworkers Memorial Second Narrows Crossing is a cantilever bridge across Burrard Inlet in Vancouver, Canada, spanning 1292 meters. It connects the city with the North Shore through six traffic lanes carrying Highway 1 vehicles.

Construction began in the mid-1950s to create a second crossing over the inlet. In 1958, a section collapsed during work, killing 19 people in what became the city's worst industrial accident.

The crossing received its present name in 1994 to remember workers who died during construction. A memorial plaque stands at the north end, visited regularly by families and union members who honor those lost in the tragedy.

The crossing carries several tens of thousands of vehicles daily and includes separate paths for pedestrians and cyclists. Strong winds from the water can make walking or cycling across more difficult, especially on exposed sections.

Engineers found that errors in temporary support calculations caused the collapse. The investigation led to stricter safety rules for major construction projects across North America.

Inception: August 25, 1960

Official opening: August 25, 1960

Length: 1,292 m

GPS coordinates: 49.29583,-123.02639

Latest update: December 5, 2025 22:26