Our Projects
Raising the Bar at Every Turn
Engineering Design and Innovation
Every project that Harbourside undertakes is backed by our commitment to engineering excellence. Our work is characterized by thorough communication and comprehensive design. We see the whole picture. At every step, Harbourside redefines the meaning of quality engineering. With seasoned professionals from every sector of the industry, we are able to solve even the most technically challenging projects. Both throughout Atlantic Canada, and on the international stage, our work has been recognized by highest supervising bodies. The award-winning projects below are a testament to the calibre of the engineering performed at Harbourside.
North Lake Wharf Replacement
For this project, Harbourside was engaged as the prime consultant to complete the design of a replacement structure for North Lake 426P. The project started with an inspection and assessment of the existing wharf structure. That inspection determined that the existing wharf was in poor condition and needed to be temporarily repaired prior that fall to ensure the wharf was ready for the spring lobster fishing season.
Torbay Pedestrian Safety Study
With the rapid growth it experienced over the past few years, the Town of Torbay was looking towards the future. It needed to ensure the Town had suitable transportation infrastructure that could accommodate a growing population. This included sidewalks, trail systems, and integrated pedestrian crossings throughout the town. In 2015, Harbourside Transportation Consultants (HTC) was retained by the Town of Torbay to carry out a pedestrian safety review.
Dicks Brook Bridge Replacement Approach
In 2014, Gros Morne National Park began the process of replacing the Dick’s Brook Bridge. This would be one of the first in a series of bridge replacements required by the famous park.
Highway 104 Twinning (Part 2)
As a part of a major initiative by NSTIR to twin Highway 104 through the town of Antigonish, Harbourside received the contract to design six major structures along the new alignment.
Indian Sluice Bridge Replacement
The new Indian Sluice bridge replaces a 103-year-old deteriorated structure connecting the mainland to Surette’s Island in Yarmouth, NS.
Vimy Memorial Bridge Erection
The Vimy Memorial Bridge (formerly the Strandherd Armstrong Bridge) is a multiple, space-truss arch bridge that spans across the Rideau River with a concrete deck supported by steel framing that is, in turn, suspended by cables. Harbourside Engineering Consultants (HEC) provided the erection engineering for the project and had developed a unique method to erect the complex structure.
Gateway Bridge Inspection Program
In 2011, Gateway Operations began an Operation, Maintenance, and Rehabilitation (OMR) program for the four-lane, 239 km Route 1 highway. Part of this program requires the bi-annual inspection of 245 structural assets, including overpasses, underpasses, water crossings, viaducts, culverts, retaining walls, and overhead sign structures.
Souris Marine Terminal
In 2012, the Souris Harbour Authority required engineering consultations and analysis services. The goal was to evaluate the operations and conditions surrounding the Souris Marine Terminal, and potential future upgrades to the facility.
Peake’s Quay Marina Retaining Wall Repairs
The Peake’s Quay Marina Retaining Wall was built in 1990 as a tied timber lagging retaining wall wharf structure. The wall consists of steel H‑piles spaced at 2.5 metre centres with tie‑backs to concrete Deadman anchors. HEC was approached by the Charlottetown Area Development Corporation (CADC) to provide repair details for the water side face of the piles.
Marie Bridge Alternate Design
The Marie Bridge, located in King’s County Prince Edward Island, is a bridge situated over a small watercourse feeding the St. Peter’s Bay.
Macdonald Bridge Foundation Retrofit
As part of the deck replacement of the Angus L. Macdonald Bridge, the existing bridge elements to remain in service were analyzed for the new loading conditions.
Wagner Brook Bridge
In 2013, Harbourside worked with Alvan Construction to design the new Wagner Brook bridge in Queen’s County.
Fletcher Hebb Bridge Replacement
The original Fletcher Hebb Bridge was a simple span steel girder structure with reinforced concrete deck and abutments. The original structure had reached the end of its service life and was in need of immediate replacement.
Magaguadavic River Bridge Demolition
The existing Magaguadavic River Bridge was a 3 span continuous 3 cell cast in place reinforced concrete box structure. It spanned the Magaguadavic River close to Saint George, NB. This bridge was replaced with a new adjacent structure as part of the Gateway project twinning Route 1.
Caribou Ferry Terminal (Part 2): Repairs and Upgrades
Harbourside oversaw the assessment and repairs of various structures for the Caribou Ferry terminal in Caribou, NS. Following the assessment, HEC completed repair prioritization and initial cost estimates for a variety of upgrades required around the facility.
Highway 104 Twinning (Part 1)
The twinning of Highway 104 was a massive undertaking. Various projects were completed by an alliance of engineers and construction contractors working to modernize 63 km of critical highway infrastructure. As part of this monumental effort, Harbourside completed the design of the twin overpass structures at Trunk 7 intersection.
Waverley Road Rapid Bridge Replacements
Waverley Road is a high traffic density artery for commuters traveling from Waverley to Halifax/Dartmouth. Harbourside Engineering Consultants was hired to develop and design panel bridge abutments for two separate structures.
Northport Bridge Replacement Alternate
After tender and award, HEC was hired by Alva Construction to provide a value engineering alternate design for the replacement of the Northport Bridge that spans the Shinimicas River in Cumberland County along Route 366.
Little Bras d’Or Cofferdam, Trestle and Bridge Replacement
Local tourism in the Little Bras D’Or area is dependent on the access provided by the Little Bras D’Or bridge. It acts as the only non-load related link to the Newfoundland ferry in North Sydney. As the bridge was in a deteriorated state, it was slated for replacement in 2010.
Canal Bridge Replacement
The Canal Bridge over Rights River in Antigonish is an important connector for the community. As part of the main street that bisects the town, it acts as an integral transportation artery. Unfortunately, by 2008, the aging structure needed to be replaced. Harbourside completed the design of the new bridge in 2009. Construction was then done during the 2010 and 2011 construction seasons.