Fermé depuis 4 jours : réouverture du pont Viau à St-Jérôme
La Ville vient de confirmer la réouverture du pont.
laurentides.cime.fmHere’s what I can share right now about Pont Viau in Saint-Jérôme:
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There have been recent reports about closures and reopenings related to the Pont Viau area during flood events in Saint-Jérôme. In mid-April 2026, Saint-Jérôme announced closures of the Viau bridge due to rising river levels, with authorities indicating the risk of further flooding if rains continued. This aligns with ongoing flood conditions that affected multiple crossings in the area. [sources: local Laurentides news reports and City News coverage from mid-April 2026]
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By late April 2026, there were additional notes about a second bridge closure on the Rivière du Nord in Saint-Jérôme, reflecting continued high water and safety measures in the vicinity of Pont Viau. Residents were advised to follow detours and local updates issued by the city. [sources: Laurentides local news updates]
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For historical reference, Pont Viau (1956) is a noted crossing in Saint-Jérôme, located around Rue Saint-Joseph, with current details primarily covering its status during flood events rather than a dedicated construction history. If you need precise structural details or current status, checking the City of Saint-Jérôme’s official communications or the MTQ (Quebec Transport Ministry) updates is recommended. [source: local business/directory listings and maps]
If you’d like, I can search for the latest official city advisories or MTQ notices and provide a concise, sourced update with closures/detours and any reopenings. I can also pull a brief timeline of the flood-related closures in Saint-Jérôme focusing on Pont Viau and nearby crossings.