Bridge Up vs Bridge Status Niagara

Built for drivers first. Completely free. No account required. No ads. ▸ CARPLAY READY - Glanceable status while you drive - Full map with nearby bridges as POI - One-tap navigation via Apple Maps, Google Maps, or Waze - Works exactly how you'd expect ▸ SMART PREDICTIONS - Estimated reopening times - Based on previous closures per bridge - "Closing soon" warnings before it happens ▸ LIVE STATUS - Real-time updates - Instant status changes - Color-coded: open, closed, closing soon ▸ BRIDGE ALERTS - Tap Notify on any bridge - Get an alert when it closes or reopens - One tap, no setup ▸ LIVE ACTIVITIES - Follow a closure from your Lock Screen and Dynamic Island - Reopening estimate updates live - Ends on its own when the bridge reopens ▸ WIDGETS - Bridge status on your Home Screen and Lock Screen - Pick which bridge each widget follows - Control Center button that opens your nearest bridge ▸ LIVE VESSEL TRACKING - See ships moving through the canal - Know what's causing the closure - Track vessels in real time ▸ 15 BRIDGES ACROSS 5 REGIONS - St. Catharines and Welland Canal: Lakeshore Rd, Carlton St Highway 20 - Port Colborne: Main St, Mellanby Ave, Clarence St - Montréal South Shore: Victoria Downstream, Victoria Upstre - Beauharnois: St-Louis-de-Gonzague, Larocque Bridge - Kahnawake: CP Railway Bridge 7A & 7B ▸ WHAT'S FREE? Everything.

Never get stuck at the Welland Canal again. Bridge Status Niagara provides live, up-to-the-minute updates for every lift bridge along the Welland Canal. Whether you are commuting through St. Catharines, Thorold, Welland, or Port Colborne, the app helps you stay ahead of ship traffic and avoid unexpected delays. CORE FEATURES FULL CANAL COVERAGE View real-time status updates for every lift bridge from Lake Ontario to Lake Erie along the Welland Canal. LIVE BRIDGE STATUS Direct integration with Seaway traffic data shows when bridges are Available, Raising Soon, Lowering, Unavailable, or Under Construction. DAILY BRIDGE SCHEDULES See the daily schedule of expected bridge activity so you can better anticipate ship traffic and plan your routes ahead of time. LIVE VESSEL TRAFFIC Track vessels moving through the canal in real time with detailed ship information including vessel names, destinations, speed, heading, and more. AT-A-GLANCE STATUS COLORS Clear color-coded indicators help you instantly understand bridge availability while on the move. INTERACTIVE CANAL MAP Explore the canal using a live map with quick toggles to view: • All bridges along the canal • Bridges nearest to your current location • Your position relative to canal crossings • Live vessel locations throughout the canal system FOLLOW YOUR FAVORITE BRIDGES Choose which bridges matter to you and receive alerts when their status changes. CUSTOMIZE YOUR VIEW Hide bridges you don’t use and keep your dashboard clean and focused on your regular commute. FLEXIBLE BRIDGE NAMES Choose how bridge names appear: • Full name • Bridge name only • Bridge number PLANNED CONSTRUCTION UPDATES Stay informed about scheduled maintenance and long-term bridge closures before they impact your route. IMPROVED USER EXPERIENCE Enjoy cleaner navigation, quicker access to bridge information, and an updated interface designed to make daily commuting faster and easier. UNLOCK NIAGARA PRO Upgrade with a one-time purchase to unlock additional features designed for commuters and drivers. APPLE CARPLAY SUPPORT Check bridge status directly on your vehicle’s dashboard while driving. Bridges are automatically sorted by distance so you can quickly identify the nearest crossing. APPLE WATCH APP See bridge status instantly from your wrist. Your Watch automatically syncs with your iPhone preferences and followed bridges. HOME SCREEN WIDGETS Add widgets to your Home Screen for quick bridge status updates without opening the app. LOCK SCREEN WIDGETS Monitor canal crossings directly from your Lock Screen with compact status indicators. AD-FREE EXPERIENCE Enjoy the app without advertisements. COMMUNITY DRIVEN Bridge Status Niagara was created for the Niagara community. 100% of net proceeds from Niagara Pro are donated to local animal shelters to help provide care and shelter for animals in need. The app now includes a visible donation tracker so users can see the growing impact the community is making together. Improve your commute while supporting a great cause. DISCLAIMER Bridge Status Niagara is an independent community tool and is not affiliated with the St. Lawrence Seaway Management Corporation. Access to Apple CarPlay, Apple Watch support, Home Screen widgets, and Lock Screen widgets requires the Niagara Pro upgrade.