Niakwa Country Club

Niakwa Country Club

Type: Commercial

Size: 150 ft.

Region: Niakwa Place, Winnipeg, MB

Completed: 2016

  • 150 ft. long feature bridge from first tee-off box across to driving range and a continuation of the cart path on the way to green #1
  • The structure of the 10 trusses (5 pairs) doubles as the railing
  • Custom rough-sawn 3×8 fir decking boards
  • Full of custom fabricated metal for connection details as specified by the consulting engineer. Attention paid to the fact that much of the metal remains unseen as you walk/ride across the bridge
  • 5 section curving bridge with width to allow two golf carts to pass each other
  • Structural select Douglas fir
  • Stained with Sansin ‘Wood Sealer’ to ensure an even graying of the bridge over time

Builder: Cornerstone Timberframes

Consulting Engineer: Building Alternatives Inc.