Boulevard du Souvenir overpass collapse, Laval
Facts and practical information
On June 18, 2000, the southern portion of the Boulevard du Souvenir overpass in Laval, which crosses Quebec Autoroute 15, collapsed into the roadway, killing one and injuring two when cars were crushed underneath the structure. Sixteen beams weighing 63 tons each fell. The highway was closed for several days while workers removed the debris. The remains of the structure were later demolished as well for safety reasons according to then–Quebec Transport Minister Guy Chevrette. A new overpass was built less than three years later. Another collapsed overpass incident occurred on September 30, 2006, also in Laval, on Autoroute 19 where the collapse of the De la Concorde overpass killed five, although this was for totally different reasons. ()
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Boulevard du Souvenir overpass collapse – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: Carrefour Laval, Centre Laval, Cosmodome, Médéric Martin Bridge.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Which popular attractions are close to Boulevard du Souvenir overpass collapse?
How to get to Boulevard du Souvenir overpass collapse by public transport?
Bus
- Du Souvenir / Centre Laval • Lines: 40E, 40O (5 min walk)
- Le Corbusier / Du Souvenir - Centre Laval • Lines: 360N, 39N, 39S, 42E, 42O, 50E, 50O, 60E, 60O, 61N, 61S, 63N, 63S, 65N, 65S, 70E, 70O, 76E, 76O, 903N, 903S (9 min walk)
Metro
- Montmorency • Lines: 2 (13 min walk)
- De la Concorde • Lines: 2 (28 min walk)
Train
- De la Concorde (28 min walk)