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	Blue Water Bridge - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		The newer Blue Water Bridge is in the foreground, the older bridge is behind.
		The Blue Water Bridge is a cantileever truss bridge that spans the St.
		The Blue Water Bridge connects with Highway 402 in Ontario and with both Interstate 69 and Interstate 94 in Michigan.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Blue_Water_Bridge (426 words)

	Blue Water Bridge (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-07)
		The Blue Water Bridge connects Port Huron, Michigan with Sarnia, Ontario across the St.
		The first, three-lane bridge was opened to traffic on October 10, 1938.
		The first bridge is a cantilever truss with a total length of 6,178 feet.
	www.bidprobe.com /en/wikipedia/b/bl/blue_water_bridge.html (165 words)

	Encyclopedia: Blue Water Bridge
		Photo of 2nd Blue Water Bridge From the U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Highway Administration Excellence in Highway Design 1998 Biennial Awards: [1] This image has been released into the public domain by the copyright holder, its copyright has expired, or it is ineligible for copyright.
		Highway 402 as part of the 400-series network Highway 402 is a 400-Series Highway in southwestern Ontario, Canada that runs 103 km (64 miles) from the Blue Water Bridge in Point Edward (a suburb of Sarnia) and Highway 401 in London.
		The second bridge is a continuous tied arch with a total length of 6,109 feet.
	www.nationmaster.com /encyclopedia/Blue-Water-Bridge (908 words)

	More border help sought at bridge
		Truck traffic on the Blue Water is expected to double to 3 million a year by 2006, MDOT spokesman Gary Naeyaert said Friday.
		Commercial traffic on the Blue Water Bridge has increased 10 to 15 percent a year during the 1990s, MDOT says.
		The bridge, maintained and owned by MDOT and Canada's Blue Water Bridge Authority, added a second span that cost $79 million and opened in July 1997.
	www.freep.com /news/mich/bridge8_19991108.htm (357 words)

	Blue Water Bridge Authority Act (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-07)
		(b) "Blue Water Bridge" means the international bridge across the St. Clair River from a point at or near the Village of Point Edward in the Province of Ontario to a point at or near the City of Port Huron in the State of Michigan, commonly known as the Blue Water Bridge.
		The members of the Bridge Authority shall serve without remuneration but are entitled to be reimbursed out of the revenues of the Authority for travel, living and other necessary expenses incurred by them in the performance of the duties of the Bridge Authority under this Act.
		The Bridge Authority is not an agent of Her Majesty and no member, officer or employee of the Bridge Authority shall be deemed, as such, to be an officer, agent or employee of Her Majesty.
	lois.justice.gc.ca /en/B-5.5/text.html (1769 words)

	Blue Water Bridge
		Blue Water Bridges are a major international crossing over the St. Clair river at the southern end of Lake Huron.
		The Blue Water Bridge spans the Saint Clair River, and carries international traffic between Port Huron, Michigan and Point Edward and Sarnia, Ontario.
		The Blue Water Bridge which is located near interchange of I-94 and I-69 forms a critical gateway linking Canada and the United States.
	www.michigan.gov /mdot/0,1607,7-151-9618_11070---,00.html (172 words)

	Blue Water Bridges
		The Blue Water Bridge crossing is a large complex consisting of toll and inspection plazas on each side of the border where you pay for your crossing and interact with the inspection agencies such as Immigration or Customs.
		Our crossing consists of two unique bridges, the Original Blue Water Bridge, opened in 1938 and renovated in 1999 is a three lane west bound bridge.
		The Second Blue Water Bridge, which carries three lanes of east bound traffic, is an impressive modern bridge opened in 1997.
	bridgedutyfree.com /bridges.html (350 words)

	Bridge Construction and Engineering DVD about Blue Water Bridge over St. Clair River
		In Twinning the Blue Water Bridge, the workers, contractors, engineers and dignitaries tell the story in their own words, sharing personal observations, emotions and experiences.
		Second Span Blue Water Bridge is an expanded 30-minute version of the original souvenir video, featuring exhilarating musical segments and action-packed scenes with professional narration, covering all phases of the project from groundbreaking through dedication.
		And if building a bridge over the river is exciting, it's fascinating to watch the building of a tunnel under the St. Clair River.
	www.ltsvideo.com /bluewater.htm (414 words)

	Blue Water Bridge Authority - History (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-07)
		The Blue Water Bridge, spanning the St. Clair River between Point Edward/Sarnia and Port Huron was an idea, which took more than a decade to realize.
		Two years later the franchise was transferred to the Michigan Bridge Commission, this at long last proceeded with the financing and construction of the bridge.
		Officiating at the dedication of the Bridge were Mitchell F. Hepburn, Premier of the Province of Ontario and Frank Murphy, Governor of the State of Michigan.
	www.bwba.org /span.html (561 words)

	Blue Water Bridge, Port Huron, Michigan (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-07)
		River ferries, railroad tunnels and highway bridges crossing the obstacle of the St. Clair River were logical outcomes to manage the growth in travel and commerce in this area of North America.
		The Blue Water Bridge was designed and its construction supervised by the internationally-known bridge engineers, Modjeski and Masters of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, who had as their Canadian associate the firm of Monsarrat and Pratley of Montreal, Quebec.
		This study concluded that a new bridge adjacent to the existing structure was most appropriate when justified by traffic analysis.
	www.hometownvalue.com /att_bluewater.htm (562 words)

	U.S. Bound Truck Volumes at Blue Water Bridge Set Record (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-07)
		Today the Blue Water Bridge announced that truck volumes destined for the United States set an all time record for the month of March.
		On peak volume days at the bridge, the equivalent of 8 kilometres of stopped truck traffic is processed through the dedicated FAST lanes at the Bridge.
		The FAST program at the Blue Water Bridge has been instrumental in facilitating legitimate trade and providing the benefit of significantly reduced border transit times to those participants in the FAST program.
	www.ontruck.org /news/news/2004/pnews_2004_04_01_162748_msoffice.php3 (179 words)

	Blue Water Bridge Authority 7 / 10
		Class of Individuals: Individuals involved in accidents that occur on the Blue Water Bridge and plaza and individuals who attempted or committed suicide.
		Purpose: This file is used to conserve data on requests for compensation by or from the Blue Water Bridge Authority.
		The information is used to authorize or determine amounts owing to or claimed by the Blue Water Bridge Authority in the event of loss or damage.
	infosource.gc.ca /inst/bwb/fed07_e.asp (1157 words)

	WXYZ: Local News (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-07)
		The Blue Water Bridge, pictured here, is one of two Michigan border crossings into Canada.
		The Blue Water Bridge in Port Huron is one of the busiest U.S./Canada border crossings.
		According to Rep. Candice Miller, the Blue Water Bridge is the second busiest commercial crossing on the northern border.
	wxyz.com /wxyz/nw_local_news/article/0,2132,WXYZ_15924_3963134,00.html (232 words)

	History (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-07)
		The design of the structure by the consultant firms began in August 1936. The ground breaking ceremony was held on June 23, 1937 in the City of Port Huron and the Blue Water Bridge opened to traffic on October 10, 1938.
		In 1985, United States Congress allowed Michigan to increase the toll to create a state matching funds for proposed improvements to the bridge plaza. As requirement for this authority, after the bonds for repayment of construction costs are retired, the toll must revert to levels sufficient to operate and maintain the structure and associated facilities.
		Both structures were in full operation in November 1999. ; The Second Blue Water Bridge now carries three lanes of eastbound traffic and the original Blue Water bridge carries three lanes of westbound traffic.
	www.michigan.gov /mdot/0,1607,7-151-9618_11070_11084---,00.html (268 words)

	Buckland & Taylor Ltd. - Second Blue Water Bridge
		The $100 million second Blue Water Bridge is a high level international crossing located immediately south of the original steel cantilever truss bridge, which opened in 1938.
		The toll highway bridges are jointly owned and operated by the Blue Water Bridge Authority (Canadian half) and the Michigan Department of Transportation (US half).
		The design was carried out by an equal joint venture of Canadian and US consulting engineers, and the major construction contract, consisting of main span unit and three flanking spans on each side, was similarly awarded to a joint venture of a Canadian and a US general contractor.
	www.b-t.com /projects/bluewtr.htm (362 words)

	Blue Water Bridge - Binational Data Bank Summary (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-07)
		Blue Water Bridge - Binational Data Bank Summary
		The original Blue Water Bridge carries three lanes of westbound traffic; the second Blue Water Bridge carries three lanes of eastbound traffic
		Accessible from I-69 and I-94 in Port Huron, and Highway 402 in Sarnia
	www.fhwa.dot.gov /uscanada/data/data_bank_sum/blue_water.htm (127 words)

	Blue Water Bridge opens dedicated FAST lane
		The Blue Water Bridge today will open a dedicated lane and inspection booth for trucks travelling under the Free and Secure Trade (FAST) program, allowing them to bypass the lineup of non-FAST trucks when they cross to the Michigan side.
		Trucks must display a FAST placard issued by the Blue Water Bridge Authority or Michigan Dept. of Transportation.
		The Blue Water Bridge is the second-busiest border crossing for commercial vehicle traffic, handling approximately 6,000 trucks a day.
	www.expeditersonline.com /artman/publish/article_1269.html (173 words)

	Blue Water Summer - Communities - TheTimesHerald.com - The Times Herald (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-07)
		Blue Water Summer - Communities - TheTimesHerald.com - The Times Herald
		Cross the Blue Water Bridge to Canada, take the Front Street exit, turn right on Front Street and follow to the park on the right.
		To get to the park, cross the Blue Water Bridge to Canada, take the Front Street exit, turn left on Front Street, turn right on Michigan Street and turn left on Christina Street.
	www.thetimesherald.com /communities/bluewatersummer/621304.html (263 words)

	Dedicated FAST Infrastructure to Open at Blue Water Bridge January 5, 2004 (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-07)
		The Blue Water Bridge will commence the use of dedicated lane and booth infrastructure for the Free and Secure Trade (F.A.S.T.) Program on January 5, 2004.
		The Blue Water Bridge Authority (owners and operators of the Canadian portion of the crossing) and the Michigan Department of Transportation (owner/operators of the U.S. portion) have dedicated resources including new variable message signs on the bridge in order to ensure its’ success.
		FAST approved carriers must display these placards on their approach to the Bridge in order for Law Enforcement and Bridge Staff to confirm that the truck is indeed FAST approved.
	www.ontruck.org /news/news/2003/pnews_2003_12_17_095849_r.php3 (327 words)

	Blue_Water_Bridge
		During the debate over design, public opinion had mostly favoured a duplicate of the first bridge, while a cable-stayed design came in second.
		The Blue Water Bridge featured in the 2000 movie "Bless the Child" starring Kim Basinger, where it represented a New York City bridge.
		PDF: Construction History of the Blue Water Bridges (http://www.michigan.gov/documents/constrhistory_16062_7.pdf)
	www.freecaviar.com /search.php?title=Blue_Water_Bridge (245 words)

	Canadian Corporate News: Transport Canada: Blue Water Bridge Authority Becomes a Federal Crown Corporation.@ HighBeam ... (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-07)
		Transport Minister David Collenette today announced that the Blue Water Bridge Authority (BWBA) has become a Federal Crown Corporation and, as such, will be listed under Schedule III, Part I of the Financial Administration Act (FAA).
		The Canadian half of the Blue Water Bridge, located between Sarnia, Ontario, and Port Huron, Michigan, is owned and operated by the BWBA.
		The BWBA was created in 1964 by a special Act of Parliament, the Blue Water Bridge...
	www.highbeam.com /library/doc0.asp?docid=1G1:85108227&refid=ink_tptd_np (192 words)

	Monitoring of Canadian trash begins on Blue Water Bridge - 06/07/03
		Any truck that crosses the bridge into Port Huron will go through one of seven lanes that are equipped with the detection portals, said Kevin Weeks, director of the Bureau of Customs and Border Protection office in Michigan.
		The portals, which resemble a gate without a door, detect weapons and radioactive and nuclear material that might be hidden inside trucks.
		Almost all of the 180 Canadian trash trucks that enter Michigan daily pass over the Blue Water Bridge, according to the office of Michigan Sen. Debbie Stabenow.
	www.detnews.com /2003/metro/0306/07/metro-185882.htm (486 words)

	Blue Water Bridge -- Facts, Info, and Encyclopedia article (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-07)
		Blue Water Bridge -- Facts, Info, and Encyclopedia article
		The Blue Water Bridge connects (Click link for more info and facts about Port Huron, Michigan) Port Huron, Michigan with (Click link for more info and facts about Sarnia, Ontario) Sarnia, Ontario across the (Click link for more info and facts about St. Clair River) St.
		The lead engineer was (Click link for more info and facts about Ralph Modjeski) Ralph Modjeski.
	www.absoluteastronomy.com /encyclopedia/B/Bl/Blue_Water_Bridge.htm (175 words)

	Federal Highway Administrator Celebrates Economic Impact of TEA-21 At Blue Water Bridge Event (7/8/99) (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-07)
		The bridge is the nation’s third busiest commercial crossing and is a critical link in the area’s manufacturing industry.
		Michigan DOT received $1.2 million to improve access and reduce congestion at the Blue Water Bridge in Port Huron.
		The ceremony was part of the President’s New Markets initiative, which seeks to expand the record six-and-a-half years of economic prosperity under President Clinton and Vice President Al Gore to the people of untapped areas of the nation.
	www.dot.gov /affairs/1999/fhwa4699.htm (302 words)

	Blue Water Bridge tests beefed-up border plan - 11/19/04
		Blue Water Bridge tests beefed-up border plan - 11/19/04
		While border lineups initially had been predicted by some for the start of the United States Visitor and Immigrant Status Indicator Technology program, or US-VISIT, Monday's kick-off was reported to be smooth.
		The Blue Water Bridge is among three land-border crossings chosen to test the program, which targets non-Canadian foreign nationals entering the United States.
	www.detnews.com /2004/metro/0411/19/D08-9585.htm (447 words)

	[No title] (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-07)
		-- Drivers heading into Canada through the Blue Water Bridge may be in for a long afternoon due to some picketers at the border, according to Local 4 reports.
		The wait at the bridge is approximately 90 minutes, customs officials said.
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	www.officer.com /news/IBS/wdiv/news-2409347.html (132 words)

	Excellence in Highway Design - Second Blue Water Bridge (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-07)
		The original Blue Water Bridge was built in 1938 and is a highly visible historic landmark that carries I-94 across the St. Clair River to Canada.
		A comprehensive public participation program considered various alternatives and recommended a continuous tied arch design.
		The selection complemented the original bridge without compromising its historical integrity.
	www.fhwa.dot.gov /eihd/2bluewb.htm (91 words)

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