An undersea-tunnel solution for linking Brier Island to mainland Nova Scotia

CRC Press eBooks 2026 Book chapter

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Authors: P Grasso, A. Mahtab, A. Eusebio, T. Kelly
DOI: 10.1201/9781003761167-46
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Abstract

Brier Island and Long Island are the faulted segments of the Digby Neck peninsula that borders Bay of Fundy in Nova Scotia. A permanent connection between the islands and the mainland for road traffic is becoming a viable concept. The two options (bridge and tunnel) for linking Brier Island to Long Island are briefly compared. The undersea tunnel option is further discussed on a pre-feasibility level with reference to the geologic setting of the site, the conceptual layout and design of the tunnel, and construction methodology.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Tunneling and Rock Mechanics Geotechnical Engineering and Underground Structures Civil and Structural Engineering Research

Publication details

Journal / source
CRC Press eBooks
Pages
347–352
Publication date
11 February 2026
Language
EN
Document type
Book chapter