NEWS RELEASE
SAULT STE. MARIE BRIDGE AUTHORITY
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The International Bridge administration today announced that one-way traffic crossings of the International Bridge in Sault Ste. Marie totalled 56,162 for the month of January 2023. Traffic for the calendar year-to-date on Jan. 31, 2023, is 56,162. This represents a year-to-date increase of 270.1% compared to 2022. The bridge has processed 104.5 million bridge crossings since 1962.
This difference in crossings comparing 2023 to 2022 is 40,989, which represents an increase of 270.1% for the month of January.
An analysis of traffic statistics for the month reveals the following:
| Vehicle Classification | One-Way Crossings | Change from January 2022 | Percent of Total Crossings |
| Full-Fare Passenger Cars: | 23,140 | 712.8% | 41.2% |
| Commuter Fare: | 26,616 | 307.1% | 47.4% |
| Car Pulling Trailers: | 764 | 120.2% | 1.4% |
| Commercial Trucks: | 5,642 | 3.7% | 10% |
| Totals: | 56,162 | 270.1% | 100% |
The International Bridge funds operational costs with toll revenue, including the bridge structure, maintenance facilities, the Bridge Authority toll plaza, and building maintenance.
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