
The HWY 2 over the Peace River Bridge Rehabilitation project (BF75946E) involved a comprehensive rehabilitation of the existing bridge structure, including the removal and replacement of various components, such as the superstructure, rocker bents, and steel stringers, as well as substantial partial depth concrete repairs to the piers. This complex project required meticulous planning, coordination, and execution to ensure the structural integrity and safety of the bridge.
Our Commitment:
At ERK Construction Inc., we are Committed to Sustainability and Environmental Responsibility. We strive to minimize our environmental footprint and promote sustainable practices in all our projects, while delivering high-quality infrastructure solutions that meet the needs of our clients and communities.
Project Details:
- Project: BF75946E – HWY 2 over the Peace River Bridge Rehabilitation, in Peace River, Alberta
- Client: Eiffage Canada Inc.

Description: Supply, installation, and removal of access scaffolding beneath the entire Arch Spans 4, 5, 6, and 7. Demolition, removal, and disposal of the complete superstructure for Spans 1, 2, 3, and 8, including the support bearings. Removal and disposal of the rocker bents at Pier 3 and 7, maintenance carriage, all utilities and support brackets, arch span deck, barriers, and steel stringers. Reconstruction of Pier 3 and 7 top sections, installation of new rocker bents and new steel girders. Substantial partial depth concrete repairs to Piers 4, 5, and 7 in the river. Supply, fabrication, and installation of new steel stringers in all arch spans, and steel girders in Spans 1, 2, 3, and 8. Cast-in-place concrete deck and new barriers in all spans. New finger plate and strip seal deck joints and supporting hardware and drainage.
Our Role:
ERK Construction Inc. was the main subcontractor on this project, responsible for performing work as required by the client. Our scope of work included:
- Supplying carpenters, concrete finishers, ironworkers, and skilled laborers
- Concrete demolition and removals
- Deck joint, bridge rail, and utility removals
- Placing, finishing, and wet cure of concrete in all elements
- Formwork installation, removal, and performing concrete dry finishing for all elements
- Installation of embedded anchors and conduits in barriers
- Installation of new deck joints, bearings, steel stringers, and girders
- Partial depth concrete repairs to piers, including substantial quantities on river piers
- Application of finishes and sealers to barriers, deck overhang undersides, piers, and abutments
- Site clean up, organizing materials, and other duties as required by the client
Key Statistics:
- Zero lost time injuries or incidents
- Adherence to the client’s strict international safety program
- Successful execution of the project despite challenging winter conditions and working over a waterway at heights
Challenges Overcome:
- Northern Alberta climate and working in winter conditions
- Working over a waterway at heights
- Busy project site with multiple subcontractors on various work fronts being executed concurrently
- Ever-changing work front due to the nature of a large bridge rehabilitation project
- Client required craft personnel on other projects on short notice
Result:
The client and project owner were extremely satisfied with ERK Construction Inc.’s performance in the execution of the requested duties. By prioritizing sustainability and environmental responsibility, we aim to create infrastructure solutions that not only meet the needs of our clients but also contribute to a healthier and more sustainable environment for future generations.
