The project is a joint venture with JF White Contracting and Consigli Construction. The total project value is US$255m.
The 650m-long steel and granite structure was completed in 1908 and consists of 11 original open-spandrel steel arch spans plus two steel girder approach spans.
The primary objective of the rehabilitation is to address structural deficiencies, upgrade its structural capacity and bring the bridge up to modern code. In particular, the structural steelwork supporting the deck has deteriorated and requires upgrading, and the abutments will have to be modified slightly to accessibility guidelines. At the same time, the bridge's ornate pedestrian railings will be restored or replicated, its masonry elements will be cleaned and conserved, and a new bridge lighting system will be designed.
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