Pie IX Bridge, Road bridge between Montreal-Nord and Saint-Vincent-de-Paul, Canada
Description
The Pie IX Bridge is a steel structure spanning roughly 588 meters across the Rivière des Prairies, connecting Montreal-Nord with the Saint-Vincent-de-Paul area of Laval. It carries six lanes of traffic on Quebec Route 125 and handles approximately 83,000 vehicles each day.
History
The bridge opened in 1937 and was originally called Le Caron Bridge, named after the missionary Joseph Le Caron who worked among Huron communities. Its role changed when a newer toll bridge was built, and it was reassigned to serve as part of Quebec Route 125.
Culture
The bridge takes its name from Pie-IX Boulevard, which honors Pope Pius IX through the French version of his papal name. This name has become part of how locals identify this crossing between their neighborhoods.
Practical
This is a heavily trafficked crossing, so expect delays during rush hours, especially in the morning and evening. Pedestrians and cyclists should be aware that this is a vehicle bridge and should use alternative routes for crossing on foot.
Did you know?
The original name Le Caron Bridge honored a 17th-century Jesuit missionary whose legacy remained connected to this region. This historical reference was later replaced by the current name, which blends religious significance with local geography.
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