Construction Notices
Updated: Tuesday, May 7, 2024
The city regularly posts any utility disruptions, construction notices, or other important notices on this page to ensure residents are informed. This includes but is not limited to:
- Traffic disruptions (detours, road construction, etc.)
- Utility impacts (water shutoffs, power shutoffs, water main flushing, etc.)
- Trails and open space disruptions (trail construction, playground notices, etc.)
Trail Closure – Carroll Drive and Murley Drive Area
Timeline: Tuesday, May 3, 2024, to Thursday, May 9, 2024 (subject to change)
Please be advised due to construction in the area, the trail system in the Carroll Drive Area where the trail connects to Murley Drive will be closed.
During this time we ask residents to take an alternative route when using the trail.
We apologize for the inconvenience and will provide an update as soon as one is available.
Water Main Repair – Birch Avenue
Timeline: May 3, 2024 (subject to change)
Please be advised that there will be a water main repair in the Birch Avenue area on May 3rd from 7 am to 7 pm in line with our street upgrading project.
The work is not anticipated to affect residents due to the temporary water system that is currently in place but there may be small inconveniences throughout the day, such as discolouration or pressure changes
If your water continues to be affected after May 3rd, call 709.748.1000.
Carroll Drive Construction
Timeline: Starting April 22, 2024 through August 2024 (subject to change)
Please be advised that construction work in the Carroll Drive area will resume for the season on or after Monday, April 22nd.
This street project will include the replacement of underground services, new pavement and concrete, curb and gutter, and
water and sewer. To accommodate the upgrading work, residents can expect some temporary inconveniences such as temporary loss of water service, impacts to traffic, and restrictions to driveway access.
Communication is an important part of this process, and we want to ensure you know what to expect during this time. To learn more, please click here!
Traffic Detour Notice – Farrell Drive from Holden Street to Nash Crescent
Timeline: April 16th – July 31, 2024 (subject to change)
Please be advised that Farrell Drive will be closed from Holden Street to Nash Crescent from April 16th – July 31st to complete the replacement of underground services, new pavement and concrete, curb and gutter, and water and sewer.
A detour will be in place during this timeframe. Please note that the weather may impact the timeframe of this work.
We apologize for the inconvenience and will provide an update as soon as one is available.
Communication is an important part of this process, and we want to ensure you know what to expect during this time. To learn more, please click here!
Olympic Drive Construction
Timeline: Starting May 1st, 2024 (subject to change)
Please be advised that construction work in the Olympic Drive area will resume for the season on or after Wednesday, May 1st.
This street project will include sidewalk upgrades, new pavement and concrete, and curb & gutter. To accommodate the upgrading work, residents can expect some temporary inconveniences such as temporary loss of water service, impacts to traffic, and restrictions to driveway access.
Communication is an important part of this process, and we want to ensure you know what to expect during this time. To learn more, please click here!
Birch Avenue Construction
Timeline: Starting April 1st, 2024 (subject to change)
Please be advised that construction work in the Birch Avenue area will resume for the season on or after Monday, April 1st.
This street project will include the replacement of underground services, new pavement and concrete, curb and gutter, and
water and sewer. To accommodate the upgrading work, residents can expect some temporary inconveniences such as temporary loss of water service, impacts to traffic, and restrictions to driveway access.
Communication is an important part of this process, and we want to ensure you know what to expect during this time. To learn more, please click here!
Farrell Drive Construction
Timeline: Starting April 1st, 2024 (subject to change)
Please be advised that construction work in the Farrell Drive area will resume for the season on or after Monday, April 1st.
This street project will include the replacement of underground services, new pavement and concrete, curb and gutter, and
water and sewer. To accommodate the upgrading work, residents can expect some temporary inconveniences such as temporary loss of water service, impacts to traffic, and restrictions to driveway access.
Communication is an important part of this process, and we want to ensure you know what to expect during this time. To learn more, please click here!
Mount Carson Avenue and Kenmount Road Intersection – Construction
Timeline: Starting October 18, 2023, and ongoing (subject to change)
Please be advised Starting on Wednesday, October 18, 2023, there will be a construction project at the intersection of Mount Carson and Kenmount Road. While there should be minimal traffic flow delays, please be wary of construction workers, impacts to traffic, such as stop-and-go traffic, and restrictions to driveway access.
If a problem arises, please contact the Department of Public Works at 748-1000.