Metro Vancouver bridge linking Westham Island damaged, closed to vehicle traffic

VANCOUVER — Vehicle access to a Metro Vancouver island has been cut off after its only bridge to other communities was closed due to an incident involving a marine vessel.

The City of Delta says the unspecified incident Tuesday evening has forced the emergency closure of Westham Island Bridge, although it remains open to pedestrians and a shuttle service on the other side has been set up.

The city says Westham Island residents should still call 911 if they need urgent assistance.

Delta Coun. Dylan Kruger shared a photo on social media showing splintered timbers on a structure under the bridge way.

Transit authority TransLink says damage assessments and repairs are underway.

The single-lane, wood-deck truss bridge owned by TransLink opened in 1909 and underwent major rehabilitation in 2019.

This report by The Canadian Press was first published Jan. 21, 2026.

The Canadian Press