Greenline Engagement & Open House Consultations
We wanted to remind you that Green Line Engagement and Open House Sessions are being extended over the next few days so that Calgarians have a chance to provide input!
You can find the full list of sessions, times, and locations below:
In addition to these sessions, we have some exciting updates being shared by the Green Line Project Team including early design renderings for stations, streetscapes, and bridge design!
2nd Avenue Station - early renderings of what 2nd Ave Stn could look like
16th Ave N Station - early renderings for what 16th Avenue N Stn could look like
LRT on Centre Street - early rendering of surface LRT on Centre Street could look like
The Green Line team is currently exploring different bridges types for crossing the Bow River and Prince's Island Park. A bridge type has not been confirmed. We are still working to define what the bridge planning and design process will be, including the role that the public might have. We will outline our process when presenting our recommendation for the updated the updated Stage 1 alignment at the April 23 Green Line Committee. If the recommendation is approved, we will be engaging Calgarians to find out what considerations are most important to them when it comes to the bridge design.
The above renderings are of four different bridge types being explored. Below, you’ll find a short description to help you understand more about each design.
From L to R:
Constant Depth Viaduct - This is a simpler bridge structure than other options, and has a regular d of bridge pillars which does not change going over the Bow River.
Trestle Bridge Viaduct - This features a unique pillar design in a v-shape that allows for smaller bridge structure thickness. It would provide a regular separation of bridge pillars which does not change going over the Bow River. Examples of Trestle Bridges
Tied Arch Bridge Main Span - This design stands out more due to a longer span over the Bow River with an arch that extends above the bridge structure to provide support. Examples of Tied-Arch Bridges
Cable Stayed Bridge - This design stands out more due to a longer span over the Bow River with a vertical pillar that extends above the bridge structure to provide support through cables attached to it. Examples of Cable-Stayed Bridges w/ Semi-Fan Systems
For more information, or to provide feedback online, visit the Green Line Engagement and Updates website.