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Construction notice: Watson Road South closed starting July 28

Notice date: July 23, 2025

What’s happening:

We’re replacing the watermain across the York Road and Watson Road South intersection.

Why:

This work is being completed as part of the York Road Phase 4 reconstruction project to accommodate Guelph’s growing population.

When:

The closure will begin July 28 and be completed by August 1 (weather permitting).

Changes during construction:

Traffic lanes: Access to York Road from Watson Road South will be prohibited.  Watson Road North is not impacted. Use Watson Parkway.
Sidewalks: No changes.
Guelph Transit: Guelph Transit route 4 will be temporarily detoured during construction. Visit guelphtransit.ca for details.
Waste collection: No changes.
Private driveway access: No changes.

Map of construction area

An aerial view of a map of the construction area.

Thank you for your patience during this important construction project. 

For more information

For more information about the project, or if you require this document to be provided in an alternative format as per the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (2005), please contact:

[email protected]
guelph.ca/construction