SOIL-testing, which is part of the feasibility study for a new Mackenzie/Wismar bridge, is currently being done in close proximity to the present bridge.
The site chosen was proposed by many Lindeners during a public consultation by consultancy company- Politecnica hired by the Ministry of Public Infrastructure.

Regional officials were consulted on the soil-testing process by way of a circular. This is part of ascertaining the environmental impacts the construction of the bridge will have on the proposed site. This phase of the feasibility study is to prepare the final design of the bridge. A public consultation was held to determine Lindeners’ position on the bridge, where they preferred it to go and its design.

Many residents leaned towards the bridge being constructed in close proximity to the existing bridge, somewhere along the West Watooka corridor. Others requested that the bridge be constructed at the Christianburg area. Whatever site is chosen, the residents stressed on the need for sufficient space for vehicles, especially large trucks to turn and to avoid traffic build up around the area, as is occurring now at the existing bridge. The consultancy firm also explained that there may be need to move structures to accommodate the construction. The Environmental Protection Agency is also playing a role in ensuring the environment is not severely affected by the construction.

Lindeners made calls for the bridge to be durable and wide enough to take on heavy-duty vehicles such as lumber trucks, which are a regular feature in the township, high enough to accommodate bauxite ships and be disability-friendly with the necessary accessories to make their travel safe and easier. With the current issue of trucks traversing the existing bridge overweight, it was suggested that scales be placed at both ends of the bridge. The new bridge will be built according to AASHTO standards and will have two lanes and walkways.