City of Kingston

• Brass Point Bridge Rehabilitation Project

  Scope of Work

  • Complete replacement of the swing bridge’s timber superstructure, mechanical/electrical components.
  • Rehabilitation of the pivot pier and west abutment.
  • Repairs to the fixed bridge, including sandblasting, recoating of the metal superstructure, and replacement of timber stringers and deck.
  • Associated roadwork, including elevation adjustments and construction of road shoulders.

  Status:

  In-progress

  Project Schedule

  • Virtual Public Information Session: July 30, 2025
  • Construction Period: Fall 2025 to Fall 2027
  • Demobilization: Winter 2027-2028

  Latest News

  • July 4, 2025: Information Bulletin: Temporary Closure – Brass Point Bridge Replacement Project
  • Virtual information session scheduled for July 30, 2025, from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. – to request an invitation, email rideau@pc.gc.ca

  More

  • The Brass Point Bridge, located along the Rideau Canal National Historic Site, is a historic structure and has reached the end of its lifespan. Replacement is essential for public safety and the long-term infrastructure sustainability of this important crossing. As part of regular bridge inspections, in 2024, Parks Canada implemented a precautionary measure of downrating the weight capacity from 15 tonnes to 10 tonnes.
  • A designated detour route for vehicular transport will be provided for the duration of the project. Maps and details will be shared with local municipalities, the public, and emergency services prior to construction.
  • While this work is underway, a temporary pedestrian crossing will be established during the construction period, accessible outside of boating navigation hours and during the non-navigation season.

Lower Brewers Lock 45 Masonry Repairs | City of Kingston

Lower Brewers Lock 45 will undergo masonry repairs to ensure the continued safe passage of vessels along the canal. Work will include stone replacement, stone repair, repointing and grouting. This work will increase the longevity of this historic masonry.

August 24, 2018- Community Update:Upcoming Geotechnical Investigations

Lower Brewers Swing Bridge | City of Kingston

Rehabilitation of Kingston Mills Earth Dam | City of Kingston

Earth embankment dams across the watershed have been identified for rehabilitation or upgrades that may include repairs to washouts, removal of vegetation undermining their strength, and height increases. Kingston Mills Earth Dam will undergo a rehabilitation to ensure its reliability, functionality and to optimize its water management capacity. This project will also focus on public safety enhancements.

Kingston Mills Arch Dam Masonry Rehabilitation | City of Kingston

In spring 2016, masonry rehabilitation of the Kingston Mills Arch Dam and its Weir was completed to improve overall water management capacity. This work has increased the longevity of this historic masonry.

May 19, 2016 - Historic Masonry Work Completed at Kingston Mills Arch Dam and Upper Brewers Lock 43

Kingston Mills Fixed Bridge Replacement | City of Kingston

Kingston Mills is the first lockstation at the southern end of the Rideau Canal and connects the waterway to Lake Ontario. In 2016-17, the fixed bridge and its abutments were replaced in order to ensure its continued structural integrity. 

Kingston Mills Swing Bridge Rehabilitation | City of Kingston  

Throughout the history of the Rideau Canal, many bridges over the canal along Kingston Mills Road have been constructed and replaced. In 2016-17, the swing bridge underwent rehabilitation including structural steel repairs, sandblasting, and repainting of the bridge structure.

Rehabilitation of Kingston Mills Locks (Masonry) | City of Kingston

The objective of this project is to undertake major masonry rehabilitations on the historic Kingston Mills locks. The work includes rehabilitation of all masonry components and will include stone replacement, stone repair, repointing and grouting.

Lock Masonry Repairs (Various) | Various locations from Ottawa and Kingston

The Rideau Canal spans 202 kilometers from Ottawa to Kingston and is connected by 47 locks. This project will undertake major masonry repairs at: Long Island Lock 14, Burritts Rapids Lock 17, Merrickville Lockstations, Old Slys Lock 26 and 27, Combined Old Locks, Poonamalie Lock 32, Newboro Lock 36, Chaffeys Lock 37, Upper Brewers Lock 43, and Lower Brewers Lock 45. Additionally, this project will provide resources to complete repointing work where required. Repairing the lock chambers along the system will ensure that vessels can continue to safely travel through the waterway and that visitors will be able to enjoy these historic structures for generations to come.