Alary Bridge in Sainte-Adèle — vehicle closure and sidewalk removal

Summary

CIME reports that Alary Bridge, on Rue Saint-Joseph over Highway 15, has been closed to vehicles since November 2. The MTMD announced that it would remove the sidewalks following an inspection.

Documentary updates

On November 9, CIME reported that the closure was in effect and listed December 23 as the expected end date. The October 29 municipal notice gave mid-December. Both are planning dates. The actual reopening date remains to be confirmed.

Report → Verify → Follow up → Act

1. Report. An inspection found more extensive sidewalk deterioration than expected, according to the MTMD notice relayed by Piedmont.
2. Verify. The notice sets out the closure and sidewalk removal.
3. Follow up. CIME reports that the closure is in effect.
4. Act. Verify reopening and the pedestrian route after work.

Documented timeline

1. October 29, 2026. Piedmont relays the MTMD notice. Work and closure are announced for November 2.
2. November 2, 2026. The vehicle closure begins, according to CIME’s November 9 report.
3. November 9, 2026. CIME gives December 23 as the expected end date and reports that the member of the National Assembly for Bertrand met with the ministry about the work.

Facts supported by the sources

According to the notice relayed by Piedmont, sidewalk removal is a preventive measure. The announced detour is about 3 km via Route 117 and Rues de la Rivière, Rolland and Saint-Joseph. The notice provides for measures to maintain pedestrian access during the work.

What to document

This case connects an inspection finding with a restriction and targeted work. From a safe location, document detour signs, pedestrian access and the configuration when the bridge reopens. No field observations were made for this file.

Open questions

• The inspection date and detailed findings.
• The actual reopening date, access arrangements after work and final cost.

Next milestone

Check with the MTMD or the municipalities for completion, lifting of the closure and the pedestrian route that will remain in place.

Sources

1. Municipality of Piedmont — MTMD notice. Published October 29, 2026.
2. CIME — construction follow-up. Published November 9, 2026, at 8:42 a.m. and updated at 8:49 a.m.