By EverythingGP Staff

Canfor Bridge Off Limits

17.5 km bridge closed to public as police advise of extra patrols in area

Aug 21, 2020 | 5:55 PM

The Grande Prairie RCMP and County of Grande Prairie Peace Officers are advising the public that they will be having an increased presence at the Canfor Bridge (17.5 km) at the Wapiti River, due to what they are calling an increase in “concerning behaviours”.

RCMP say that they have laid various charges against 32 individuals in recent weeks, as well as two impaired drivers. They have also received several reports of drinking and driving, underage drinking, assaults and parking in a manner that obstructs the road.

The roadway is privately owned by Canfor to the north and south of the bridge, and is used daily by logging and gravel trucks. Authorities say vehicles parked on the bridge or on the Canfor road create an increased public safety risk.

“Our priority is to ensure public safety, and the safety of our employees and contractors who require daily access to the bridge and logging road,” says Michelle Ward, Senior Director, Communications & Government Relations for Canfor.

“There will no longer be pedestrian access to the bridge, nor will vehicles be allowed to stop, park on the bridge or side of the road.”

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Authorities add that their first goal when dealing with anyone found to be in contravention of the law is to be informative, rather than combative.

“RCMP advise the public that educational efforts will continue in combination with enforcement where education is unsuccessful.”

Police ask anyone who sees any suspicious activity in that area to report it to police or Crime Stoppers.