Construction Notices
Updated: Tuesday, July 16, 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.)
Emergency Water Shut Down – Carroll Drive and Hanrahan Place
Timeline: July 26, 2024 (subject to change)
Please be advised that due to a water main leak water services are currently disrupted at the following addresses:
• Carroll Drive Civic addresses 1 through 11
• All of Hanrahan Place
We expect this shutdown to last approximately 2 hours. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding as we work to improve and repair our services.
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact 709-748-1000
Water Shutdown – Carroll Drive
Timeline: Monday, July 29, 2024. Starting at 9 am (subject to change)
Please be advised that there will be a scheduled water shutdown on Monday, July 29, 2024, at 9:00 AM to facilitate repairs. The affected addresses are as follows:
• Carroll Drive Civic addresses 18 through 45
• Anglican Church Of The Good Shepherd on Richard Nolan Drive
We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding as we work to improve our services.
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact 709-748-1000
Hydrant Testing and Flushing
Timeline: Starting July 22, 2024 (subject to change)
Please be advised that starting Monday, July 22, and temporarily ongoing, the City will be conducting routine hydrant testing and flushing. This work is required to collect flow and pressure data to improve the City’s water distribution network.
Areas that will be impacted are as follows:
Glendale Avenue, Sunrise Avenue, Michener Avenue, Commonwealth Avenue and the surrounding areas.
Hydrant testing and flushing will occur on weekdays between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. It is not anticipated that all areas of the City will be impacted during the duration of this work. Specific areas where hydrants will be tested and flushed will be communicated daily via the website and to subscribed members of the City’s e-updates notification system for water advisories.
Residents in the immediate vicinity may notice temporary changes in their water service, including low water pressure, discoloration and/or cloudiness, or slight changes in the taste or smell of water. Residents experiencing water changes are asked to run the cold water tap in a sink until it clears.
Residents are also reminded to refrain from doing laundry where possible while flushing continues to lessen the likelihood of clothes becoming stained by discoloured water.
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact 709-748-1000
Curb and Gutter Repairs – Centennial Street
Timeline: July 22, 2024, to July 30, 2024 (subject to change)
Please be advised that curb and gutter repairs will be ongoing on Centennial Street, from the Colemans entrance to Bannister Street from July 22nd to 30th 2024. Due to this Traffic will be restricted to one lane and there may be traffic disruptions during this time frame. Until work is completed, motorcyclists should use caution in these areas.
For any issues/concerns, please contact the City of Mount Pearl at 748-1000.
Road Resurfacing and Repairs – Birch Avenue and Park Avenue
Timeline: July 10 through 16, 2024 from 7:00 am to 6:00 pm.
Please be advised that asphalt resurfacing will be ongoing on Birch Avenue and Park Avenue as a part of Road Resurfacing and Sidewalk/Curb Repairs
What to Expect: Lane reductions and disruptions during this time frame. Until work is completed, motorcyclists should use caution in these areas.
For any issues/concerns, please contact the City of Mount Pearl at 748-1000.
Road Resurfacing and Sidewalk/Curb Repair
Timeline: Ongoing until October 31st, 2024
Please be advised that asphalt resurfacing and sidewalk/curb repairs will be ongoing throughout this period.
Work will be taking place in the following areas of Mount Pearl;
- Topsail Road, near Mary Queen of the World School.
- Ruth Avenue, at the entrance of Mount Pearl Intermediate and Mount Pearl Senior High.
- Ruth Avenue, both directions near O’Donel High School.
- Intersection of Ruth Avenue and Third Street.
- Wendy’s Restaurant entrance on Ruth Avenue.
- Intersection of Ruth Avenue, Lindbergh Crescent, and Michener Avenue.
- Ruth Avenue from First Street to Commonwealth Avenue.
- Commonwealth Avenue between Glendale Avenue and Ruth Avenue.
What to Expect: Lane reductions and disruptions during this time frame. Until work is completed, motorcyclists should use caution in these areas.
The City will provide further information on these projects and others throughout the coming months, as needed.
New Community Centre Construction – Team Gushue Complex
Timeline: July 2024 to November 2025. (subject to change)
Please be advised of increased traffic and the use of heavy equipment at Team Gushue Complex as work commences on the construction of a new community centre at the site of the former Smallwood Arena.
While we understand that construction may cause temporary inconvenience, we are committed to minimizing disruption:
Please be mindful of construction zones and adhere to all posted signs and barriers.
Some areas of the sports complex may be temporarily inaccessible. The contractor will provide clear signage and alternative routes to ensure access to the baseball and softball fields, soccer pitches, and the skate park.
We appreciate your patience and understanding as we work diligently to complete this project as swiftly as possible. We are confident that the new community centre will be a cornerstone for our city, bringing long-term benefits that far outweigh the temporary inconveniences.
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!
Lane Closure – Ruth Avenue
Timeline: Friday, July 5 to Friday, July 19 2024 from 7:00 am to 6:00 pm daily (subject to change)
Please be advised that due to sidewalk repairs the right lane will be closed at Ruth Avenue (Between Old Placentia Road and Kent’s Entrance) starting Friday, July 05, 2024, from 7:00 am – 6:00 pm daily. This closure will remain in effect for approximately 2 weeks.
Motorists are advised to use caution in the area.
The City apologizes for any inconvenience caused by this work
Powers Pond Trail Upgrades
Timeline: Begins July 16th, 2024 (subject to change)
Please be advised that the Grand Concourse Authority is conducting planned upgrades to the Powers Pond Trail.
What to Expect:
The boardwalk portion of the trail will be closed to pedestrians as upgrades take place. The asphalt portion of the trail will remain open to pedestrians. Access to the dog Park and Powers Pond Boat House will not be impeded by the upgrades. Be cautious, look for construction equipment operating in this area and be sure to follow signage.
Branscombe Pond Trail Upgrades
Timeline: Tuesday, May 28th, 2024 and ongoing (subject to change)
Please be advised that due to trail upgrades, the Branscombe Pond trail will be closed between the hours of 7 am & 5 pm Monday – Friday. The work zone/trail will be closed to pedestrian traffic during the above-stated times with the intent to have the trail open again to use at the end of every day.
Click here to view the affected area.
We apologize for the inconvenience and updates will be provided as available.
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.