Blackfoot Trail Bridge over 9 Avenue S.E. rehabilitation
Project Update – November 17, 2025
Work on Blackfoot Bridge over 9 Avenue S.E. is now finished. We have:
Improved the condition of the bridge, adding to its service life by approximately 30 years.
Improved the overall safety and accessibility of the connection along 9 Avenue S.E. under the bridge for pedestrians, cyclists, and motorists.
Completed repairs to prevent future deterioration of the bridge.
Improved a critical link in our city’s transportation network to support Calgary’s continued growth.
About the project
The Blackfoot Trail over 9th Avenue S.E. bridge is a 4-lane structure with two southbound and two northbound lanes. This bridge was identified for a major rehabilitation to address deterioration. This rehabilitation is expected to improve conditions for motorists and those walking and wheeling along 9 Avenue S.E.
To facilitate the inspection and repair of the upper south retaining wall, the “Corridors” artwork was removed in the fall of 2023.
Project scope
Rehabilitation work included:
- Sidewalk replacement and repairs under the bridge to improve the pedestrian experience
- Replacement of the CPKC railway bridge underpass lighting, improving safety for those walking and wheeling under the bridge
- Replacing existing concrete surface with a stronger, more resistant asphalt
- Replacement of concrete traffic barriers and expansion joint
- Bridge deck and retaining wall repairs
- Drainage improvements
- Widening of shoulder between the laneways and the barriers
Project timeline
- Construction start: April 2025
- Substantial completion: October 2025
Investment
The budget for this project is $6.3 million.