The following is a list of upcoming and ongoing construction projects and road closures.
To apply for a road closure or right of way occupancy request, please see Applications, Licenses and Permits.
To receive regular updates on upcoming and ongoing construction projects, click "Receive email updates" at the bottom of this page.
Construction Projects
Sarnia Bridge Repair |
About the project |
Sarnia Bridge repairs will begin on Monday, April 15.
Project Scope
The Sarnia Bridge is scheduled for preventive concrete repairs, including masonry work on the abutments and piers.
While the Grand Trunk Trail will remain open to the public during the repairs, trail users may observe construction workers and experience some additional construction noise.
A barge will be stationed on the Thames River for the workers to finish the masonry work on the piers.
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Work schedule |
The project is anticipated to begin Monday, April 15 and is estimated to last two months. |
Project objectives |
- Masonry repairs to piers
- Concrete patching to abutments and piers
- Removal of vegetation from piers
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Wellington and Victoria Street Reconstruction |
About the project |
The following streets will be part of the reconstruction in 2024:
- Wellington St. S from Park St. to St. Maria St.
- Victoria St. from Wellington St. S to Water St. S
Project Scope
Underground Infrastructure
- Road sub-drainage along all new roads
- Storm sewer replacement and repairs (Victoria to St. Maria)
- New catch basin leads
- Sanitary sewer and service repairs
- Victoria St. watermain from Water St. to Wellington St.
- New water services throughout the project
Above Ground Infrastructure
- Removal of west sidewalk on Wellington St.
- Slight widening of Wellington Street road on west side
- Super elevated design along Wellington Street
- Curb on Victoria, travelled path to be slightly wider
- Tree Removals: 3 trees have been identified as potential removals due to their current health. Town arborist to review health of trees and scope of work to determine if they need to be removed.
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Work schedule |
Anticipate the project to begin in May with an estimated 15 week construction window.
March 2024
- Enbridge replacing gas line
- Town tendering road work
April 2024
- Enbridge finishing gas line work
- Town awarding work
May - September 2024
- Town’s road reconstruction
October 2024
June 2025
- Paving final asphalt
- Final repairs
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Project objectives |
What to Expect
- Repair/update underground infrastructure as necessary
- Remove sidewalk on west side of Wellington St.
- Replace curb, sidewalk and asphalt with improved grading throughout
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Egan Avenue Reconstruction |
Project updates |
The remaining top coat of asphalt will be installed in the future. |
About the project |
Procurement: Tendered
Contractor: COPE Construction & Contracting Inc.
Cost: $1.9 million
Map of construction area
The Town has assessed the Egan Ave. reconstruction project against the current provincial legislation and determined that the project will proceed at this time.
The contractor has a policy for employees and subcontractors working during the pandemic and have enhanced measures in place following healthcare guidelines to reduce the risk of potential transmission of COVID-19 at the project site. Measures include but are not limited to:
- Physical distancing
- Personal protective equipment
- Hand washing stations on site
The Town will be reviewing the project regularly with the contractor to ensure the safety measures are adhered to.
While interacting with workers, please maintain a 2m (6 ft.) distance.
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Project components |
The project will include:
- Watermain replacement
- Storm sewer replacement
- Sanitary sewer extension
- Sidewalk replacements and improvements
- Curb and gutter installation
- Asphalt road replacement
- Peel Street and Egan Ave. intersection improvement
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