Category Archives: Road construction

Construction on Sunnylea Crescent is scheduled to start on or about October 1 and be completed in one week, weather permitting. Continue reading Construction notice: Crosswalk improvements to Sunnylea Crescent starting October 1

Construction on Woodlawn Road is expected to start tentatively on or about October 9 and be completed by June 2019, weather permitting. Continue reading Construction notice: Woodlawn Road multi-use path construction starts October 9

Construction is expected to take place between October 1 and October 12 and take approximately three days, weather permitting. Continue reading Construction notice: Edinburgh Road North curb and sidewalk repairs start October 1

Construction to Tiffant Street is expected to begin on or about October 1, and take approximately one day to complete, weather permitting. Continue reading Construction notice: Tiffany Street West closed for curb and sidewalk repairs starting October 1

Gordon Street will be closed between Forbes Avenue/Dormie Lane and James Street from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Tuesday, September 25 to allow for water main repairs. Continue reading Water main break at 236 Gordon Street will be repaired tomorrow

Repairs start on or about September 26 and final paving will take place the following day on September 27, weather permitting. Continue reading Construction notice: King and Queen Street laneway asphalt repairs start September 26

Construction to the Macdonell Street rail bridge will start on or about September 17 and last for about four weeks, weather permitting. Continue reading UPDATED Construction notice: Rail bridge construction at Wellington Street and Macdonell Street starts September 17

Arthur Street sanitary trunk sewer and road construction UPDATE: All underground work and paving should be completed on or about September 14, weather permitting. The City is working with Sousa Concrete to upgrade underground water and sewer pipes on Arthur Street from Alice Street to approximately 200 metres north of Cross Street, and on Duke Street from Elizabeth Street to south of the existing rail crossing. This work is part of the Arthur Street sanitary trunk sewer project. Construction work includes the installation of sanitary and storm sewer pipes, water pipes, curbs, sidewalks, driveway aprons and road paving. Construction starts July 9 Work on Duke Street is expected to start the week of July 9 and will take one month to complete, weather permitting. Work… Continue reading UPDATED Construction notice: Duke and Arthur streets closed starting July 9

Chesterton Lane to Lee Street About the project The City is working with Capital Paving Inc. to: Remove and repair concrete curbs, Adjust manholes, and Repave the road surface. All work will take place on City property. Road work begins September 17 Road work is expected to start on or about Monday September 17 and continue for approximately four weeks, weather permitting. Starwood Drive will have lane reductions There will be a lane reduction on Starwood Drive, however, two-way traffic will be maintained. Pedestrian access will remain open Sidewalks along Starwood Drive will be open throughout the project, however, pedestrians may be directed by signs to detour from their route. The school crossing guard at the intersection of Starwood Drive and Lee Street will be… Continue reading Construction notice: Starwood Drive paving starts September 17

Paving of Victoria Road North is expected to start on or about September 11 and continue for approximately one week, weather permitting. Continue reading Construction notice: Victoria Road North paving starts September 11

Niska Road to City limits About the project The City is starting construction of the new Niska Road Bridge. Work will be completed by Sierra Bridge out of Woodstock Ontario. The City of Guelph initiated a Municipal Class Environmental Assessment (EA) to investigate opportunities to improve Niska Road from Ptarmigan Drive to the City limits. The EA was completed in December 2015. Some of the recommendations included reconstructing Niska Road from Ptarmigan Drive to the City limits and reconstructing the Niska Road bridge as a two-lane crossing with considerations made for pedestrians and cyclists. Construction of the bridge starts  September 10 Construction will start the week of September, 10 and continue throughout the winter to be completed May of 2019, weather permitting. Following the bridge… Continue reading Construction notice: Niska Road Bridge construction starts September 10

Victoria Road North repairs are expected to start on September 8 between the hours of 7 a.m. and 7 p.m., weather permitting. Continue reading Construction notice: Victoria Road North lane reductions starting September 8

Metcalfe Street will be closed at Eramosa Road on or about September 6 at noon to September 7 at noon, weather permitting. Continue reading Construction notice: Metcalfe Street closed for water main repair starting September 6

Construction on Lynwood Avenue is expected to begin on or about September 24 and take approximately one week, weather permitting. Continue reading Construction notice: Lynwood Avenue construction begins September 24

Construction on Bagot Street is expected to start September 10 and is scheduled to be completed by the end of 2018, weather permitting. Continue reading Construction notice: Bagot Street reconstruction starts September 10

Construction on Elizabeth Street will start on or about October 15 for approximately two months, weather permitting. Continue reading Construction notice: Elizabeth street closed for storm sewer installation starting October 15

Construction on Edinburgh Road South starts August 31 at 8 p.m. and is expected to be complete by September 3, weather permitting. Continue reading Construction notice: Edinburgh Road South closed for rail track replacement starting August 31

Rail work on Alma Street is expected to start on or about September 14 and be complete by September 17 at 4 a.m., weather permitting. Continue reading Construction notice: Alma Street closed for track replacement starting September 14

Work on Woolwich Street is scheduled to start on or about August 30 and is expected to be completed on the same day, weather permitting. Continue reading Construction notice: Woolwich Street lane closure starting August 30

The City is working to repair asphalt on Poppy Drive West following a water main infrastructure repair. Road work starts August 28. Continue reading Construction notice: Poppy Drive West closed for asphalt repairs August 29

Construction at 78 Rodney Boulevard is expected to begin on or about August 29 and take approximately one week, weather permitting. Continue reading Construction notice: Rodney Boulevard closed for construction starting August 29

Whittaker Court and Tanager Drive About the project The City of Guelph is working with Alfred Fach Excavating on behalf of Hira Custom Homes to install new water and sewer pipes to service the properties at 150, 156 and 162 Niska Road. Construction begins August 27 Construction is expected to begin on or about August 27 and take approximately two weeks, weather permitting. Niska Road will be closed Niska Road will be closed to through traffic at approximately 150 to 162 Niska Road throughout the project. Property access and parking Every effort will be made to maintain access to driveways in the construction area during working hours (7 a.m.–7 p.m.) Construction activities and equipment movement may temporarily impact access to private property and delays should… Continue reading Construction notice: Niska Road closed for site service starting August 27

Construction on Young Street is expected to begin on or about August 21 and take approximately one week, weather permitting. Continue reading Construction notice: Young Street construction starts August 21

Eramosa River Bridge to Stone Road About the project The City is working with Capital Paving Inc. to: Widen the bike lane and pave the shoulders, adding painted, buffered bike lanes, Adjust manholes, and Pave the road surface. All work will take place on City property. The bicycle lanes will connect the Eramosa River Bridge to the existing bike lanes on Victoria Road near Stone Road. A buffer will be added between motorized traffic and the bike lane, similar to bike lanes on Stone Road East. This project is part of implementing the Cycling Master Plan. Road work begins August 10 Road work is expected to start on or about August 10 and continue for approximately one week, weather permitting. Lane reductions There will be… Continue reading Construction notice: Victoria Road South paving starts August 10

Edinburgh Road South and Vanier Drive Notice date: August 9, 2018 About the project The City is working with a Pipeline Repair Services to repair two water valves on a section of water main on College Avenue West between Edinburgh Road South and Vanier Drive. Construction begins August 13 The work will being on Monday, August 13 and last three days, weather permitting. Traffic impacts On Monday, August 13, the west bound lane on College Avenue will be closed from Edinburgh Road South to Lynwood Avenue. It is anticipated that this section of College Avenue will be reopened by late Tuesday afternoon, as long as there are no added complications. The detour for the westbound lane closure is Edinburgh Road to Stone Road to Scottsdale… Continue reading Construction notice: College Avenue lane restrictions begin August 13

Dunkirk Street and Stevenson Street North About the project The City of Guelph is working with Alfred Fach Excavating on behalf of the owner of 287 Palmer Street to install new water and sewer services to the new home. Construction begins August 20 Construction is expected to begin on or about August 20 and take approximately one week, weather permitting. Palmer Street will be closed Palmer Street will be closed to through traffic at approximately 287 Palmer Street throughout the project. Map of construction area The City appreciates your patience, understanding and co-operation during this important construction project. Any updates will be posted on guelph.ca/construction. For more information Jason Robinson, C.Tech, rcji, Construction Engineering Technologist II Technical Services, Engineering and Capital Infrastructure Services City of… Continue reading Construction notice: Palmer Street closed for construction starting August 20

Division Street to Clarke Street West About the project Sidewalks on Princess Street are being extended from Division Street to Clarke Street West to implement the Sidewalk Needs Assessment Study approved by Council in July 2017. This street has been identified as a priority due to its proximity to an elementary school and recreational facilities, and due to the lack of sidewalks on either side of the street. Adding a sidewalk to the west side of Princess Street improves accessibility. City staff evaluated both sides of the road and selected the west side for the sidewalk for the following reasons: There is sufficient room in the public right of way to accommodate a standard 1.5 metre sidewalk with no impacts to private property; There are… Continue reading Construction notice: Princess Street sidewalk construction starts in August

Stone Road West and Gordon Street About the project The City is working with Capital Paving Inc. to: Remove and repair concrete curbs, Adjust manholes, and Repave the road surface. All work will take place on City property. Once the road is paved, the City will be adding new markings to make it easier for people on bikes to navigate the intersection. This design, known as a protected intersection, eliminates the need for people on bikes to turn left from the traditional left-hand turn lane. Cyclists will have the option to cross the intersection in the designated green bike lane, wait on the corner for the light to turn green, and then cycle across the second leg in order to complete a left-hand turn. Construction… Continue reading Construction notice: Stone Road West and Gordon Street intersection asphalt work starts August 16

Grange Street and New Street About the project The City is working with Nabolsy Contracting Inc. to undertake private infrastructure work on behalf of the owner of 84 Arthur Street North to install sewer and water services to the new home. Construction starts August 8 Construction is expected to begin on or about August 8 and take approximately one week, weather permitting. Arthur Street North will be closed Arthur Street North will be closed to through traffic at approximately 84 Arthur Street North throughout construction. Sidewalk closed on the south side of Arthur Street North The sidewalk on the south side of Arthur Street North will be temporarily closed throughout the project. Property access Every effort will be made to maintain access to driveways in… Continue reading Construction notice: Arthur Street North closed for construction starting August 8

Victoria Road South and Industrial Street About the project The City is working with Capital Paving Inc. to: Mill the road surface, Adjust manholes, and Repave the road surface. All work will take place on City property. Night paving begins August 21 Overnight paving work is expected to start on or about August 21 and continue for about one week, weather permitting. Lane reductions There will be shifting lane reductions during the work, however, traffic will maintained in both directions. Property and business access All businesses in the construction area remain open and accessible throughout construction. Every effort will be made to maintain access to driveways in the construction area during working hours (7 a.m.–7 p.m.). Construction activities and equipment movement may temporarily impact access… Continue reading Construction notice: Elizabeth Street lane reductions starting August 21

Update: August 2, 2018 at 2: 30 p.m.—Water main repairs complete. Road will reopen around 3 p.m. today. Westbound lanes closed between Norfolk and Baker Street Guelph, Ont., August 2, 2018—A water main break occurred at 2 Quebec Street early this morning. Crews are on site repairing the break and expect to be done later tonight, as long as there are no added complications. The City is notifying local businesses about the break. People living and working in the area may notice disruptions in water service and changes in water pressure. Impacted properties will be notified by City staff. Traffic and transit impacts Westbound lanes are closed and eastbound lanes remain open on Quebec Street between Norfolk and Baker Street. Guelph Transit routes 10, 20 and… Continue reading Water main break at 2 Quebec Street being repaired today

About the project The City is replacing and upgrading a major water main on Eramosa Road and Glenhill Place. The water main work has passed recent quality testing and will now be connected to the existing City of Guelph water network. Water main work begins August 1 Construction will take approximately one evening, starting on August 1 at 6 p.m., weather permitting. Further paving of the site has yet to be determined. Lane reductions and detours Metcalfe Street will be closed west of Eramosa Road towards Pleasant Road for approximately 50 minutes. Driveways on Metcalfe Street will be accessible from Pleasant Road. Pedestrian access Pedestrian access will be maintained throughout construction. Property and business access All businesses in the construction area remain open and accessible… Continue reading Construction notice: Metcalfe Street closed west of Eramosa Road starting August 1

Lewis Road to Woolwich Street About the project Rogers Communications Inc. is having their Contractor, Xact Drilling install underground fibre optic cable and conduit along Speedvale Avenue West in the coming weeks. Utility work starts August 2 Work is expected to begin on August 2 and end in early October. Speedvale Avenue westbound lane closures expected throughout summer Construction will require occasional, localized westbound lane closures on Speedvale Avenue between Lewis Road and Woolwich Street. Pedestrian access Pedestrians may be required to use the sidewalks across from the work area from Edinburgh Road North to Woolwich Street. Signs will be placed to direct pedestrians where to go. Map of construction area The City appreciates your patience, understanding and co-operation during this important construction project. Project… Continue reading Construction notice: Speedvale Avenue West utility work to include lane closures starting August 2

Phase 2B of the York Trunk Sewer and Paisley-Clythe Feedermain is set to start in August and take approximately two months, weather permitting. Continue reading Construction notice: York Trunk Sewer and Paisley-Clythe Feedermain Project

Eramosa River Park, Florence Lane and Brockville Avenue About the York Trunk Sewer and Paisley-Clythe Feeder main project The City continues phase two of the York Trunk Sewer and Paisley-Clythe Feedermain project that will expand Guelph’s water distribution infrastructure and create a new sanitary sewer link from the west side of Guelph to the east. Work in this phase takes place between Boult Avenue and Victoria Road, including the recreational trails and reconstruction of Brockville Avenue. Construction on Florence Lane starts August 7 Construction starts on Florence Lane on August 7 and will last approximately three months, weather permitting. There will be no traffic impacts; local access will be maintained. Pedestrian access The trail through Eramosa River Park is closed to pedestrians. Property and business… Continue reading Florence Lane and Brockville Avenue construction starts August 7

The City is replacing and upgrading a major watermain on Eramosa Road and Glenhill Place. Continue reading Construction notice: Eramosa Road closed starting May 24

Stevenson Street North and Meyer Drive Eramosa Road asphalt repair starts August 8 Repairs are expected to start on August 8 at 7 a.m. The road will be reopened August 10, weather permitting. Eramosa Road eastbound lane reduced and Meyer Drive closed Eramosa will be reduced to one lane in the eastbound direction from Stevenson Street North to Meyer Drive. Meyer Drive will be closed at Eramosa Road and Laverne Avenue for asphalt milling. Paving starts on August 9, ending on August 10. Property access and parking Every effort will be made to maintain access to driveways in the construction area during working hours (7 a.m.–7 p.m.). Construction activities and equipment movement may temporarily impact access to private property and delays should be expected. The… Continue reading Construction notice: Eramosa Road and Meyer Drive asphalt repair starts August 8

College Avenue East at Lang Way (Powerhouse Lane) About the project Kieswetter Excavating will be carrying out road work for the University of Guelph. Construction on College Avenue East starts August 20 Work is expected to begin on August 20 and take about one week to complete, weather permitting. Traffic on College Avenue East will be detoured During construction, traffic will be detoured via Gordon Street, Stone Road East and Victoria Road South. Detour and information signs will be posted. Guelph Transit Guelph Transit route 15 will be detoured during construction. Visit guelphtransit.ca for route impacts. Pedestrian access The south side sidewalk on College Avenue East will be closed at the intersection of College Avenue East and Lang Way (Powerhouse Lane). Property and business access… Continue reading Construction notice: College Avenue East closed for construction starting August 20

Speedvale Avenue East to Brant Avenue About the project Kieswetter Excavating will be making water main and sewer connections to the City’s infrastructure as part of the Nima Trails Development. Construction on Eramosa Road begins July 9 Work is expected to begin on Monday, July 9 and be completed by August 4, weather permitting. Traffic on Eramosa Road will be detoured During construction, traffic will be detoured via Speedvale Avenue East and Watson Parkway North.  Detour and information signs will be posted. Pedestrian access will be closed at Brant Avenue and Speedvale Avenue East The City sidewalk will be closed at the intersection of Brant Avenue and Speedvale Avenue East. Property and business access and parking All businesses in the construction area remain open throughout… Continue reading Construction notice: Eramosa Road closed for construction starting July 9

Memorial Crescent at Goldie Avenue About the project The City is working with Groundhog Excavating Ltd. to undertake private infrastructure work on behalf of the owner of 58 Memorial Crescent to construct and install sewer and water services to the new home. Construction starts July 31 Construction is expected to begin on or about July 31 and take approximately one week, weather permitting. Road remains opened to through traffic Memorial Crescent will have a temporary lane reduction, but will remain open to through traffic at all times. Sidewalk closed on the west side of Memorial Crescent The sidewalk on the west side of Memorial Crescent will be temporarily closed throughout the project. The sidewalk on the east side of Memorial Crescent and the sidewalk on… Continue reading Construction notice: Memorial Crescent construction begins July 31

Silvercreek Parkway to Imperial Road The City of Guelph is hosting an open house to present construction plans for the multi-use path on Woodlawn Road West from Silvercreek Parkway to Imperial Road. The multi-use path will be built on Woodlawn Road’s north and south sides between the existing curb and property line. The multi-use path will be three metres wide for use by pedestrians, cyclists and other users to get around. The multi-use path is funded by the Province under its Ontario Municipal Commuter Cycling Program to build safer, more connected cycling routes for Ontarians and to help reduce greenhouse gas emissions from transportation. The City of Guelph is contributing at least 20 per cent toward the total eligible project cost. Construction will include the… Continue reading Open house notice: Join us to discuss phase two of the Woodlawn Road multi-use path on August 2

Between Eramosa Road and Cadillac Drive The City is replacing and upgrading a major water main on Eramosa Road and Glenhill Place. The contractor is experiencing issues with the existing City water infrastructure and will require a closure to further investigate. Construction begins July 19 Construction will take approximately one evening, starting on July 19 at 7 p.m., weather permitting. Further paving of the site has yet to be determined. Lane reductions and detours The eastbound lane of Metcalfe Street will be closed between Eramosa Road towards Cadillac Drive. Only local traffic will be permitted. Property and business access All businesses in the construction area remain open and accessible throughout construction. Every effort will be made to maintain access to driveways in the construction area… Continue reading Construction notice: Metcalfe Street eastbound lane closed starting July 19

Woolwich Street to Stevenson Street North As part of the ongoing Hydro work on this project, Guelph Hydro Energy Systems Inc. will be constructing underground electrical infrastructure across Speedvale Ave. E. at multiple location.  This work will require a full road closure. Construction starts July 27 Work is expected to begin on Friday, July 27 at 9 p.m. and will take all weekend to complete, weather permitting.  The road is expected to reopen at 9 p.m. on July 29. Traffic will be detoured via Woolwich Street, Woodlawn Road and Victoria Road Traffic will be detoured using Woolwich Street, Woodlawn Road East and Victoria Road North. Detour and information signs are installed. Pedestrian access Pedestrian access on City sidewalks will be limited. Please follow the signs… Continue reading Construction notice: Speedvale Avenue East closed starting July 27

McCrae Boulevard to Gordon Street About the project The City is working with Capital Paving Inc. to: Remove and repair concrete curbs, Raise manholes, and Repave the road surface. All work will take place on City property. Road work begins July 20 Road work is expected to start on or about July 20 and continue for approximately two weeks. There will be overnight paving work following the concrete work. All dates are weather permitting. Lane reductions There will be a lane reduction, however, two-way traffic will be maintained for the duration of the work. Map of construction area Property and business access All businesses in the construction area remain open and accessible throughout construction. Every effort will be made to maintain access to driveways in… Continue reading Construction notice: Wellington Street paving Gordon to McCrae begins July 20

About the project The City is working with Capital Paving Inc. to: Remove the existing asphalt surface, Adjust manholes, and Repave the road surface. All work will take place on City property. Road work begins July 23 Road work is expected to start on or about Monday, July 23 and continue for approximately one week. There will be overnight paving work following the removal of the existing asphalt. All dates are weather permitting. Lane reductions There will be a lane reduction but two-way traffic will be maintained for the duration of the work. Pedestrian access Pedestrian sidewalk access will be maintained. Property and business access All businesses in the construction area remain open and accessible throughout construction. Every effort will be made to maintain access… Continue reading Construction notice: Wellington Street West paving starts July 23

Waterloo Avenue and Silvercreek Parkway Update July 12: Waterloo Avenue at Silvercreek Parkway will be closed starting July 23. Update June 28: Waterloo Avenue at Silvercreek Parkway will be closed for two weeks starting July 16 while installation of the watermain crosses the roadway. About the project The City is about to begin construction on the Paisley Feedermain project. Work will take place on Waterloo Avenue between Silvercreek Parkway and Wellington Street and Silvercreek Parkway from Waterloo Avenue north past the first set of railway tracks. The Paisley Feedermain project includes the installation of a feedermain water pipe to supply water to the Paisley Reservoir, and the replacement of the local water pipe, sanitary sewer and storm sewer. Silvercreek Parkway will be reconstructed with two lanes of… Continue reading Construction notice: Paisley Feedermain construction starts July 23

At Omar Street About the project The City has changed traffic signs on Raglan Street at Omar Street to improve traffic flow in the community. All yield signs have been removed on Raglan Street between Edinburgh Road North and Alma Street. In the same area, two stops signs have been installed on Raglan Street and one on Omar Street. Map of area For more information Steve Anderson, Supervisor, Traffic Engineering Engineering and Capital Infrastructure Services 519-822-1260 extension 2037 steve.anderson@guelph.ca

North side of Delhi Street at Speedvale Avenue East About the project Hydro crews are working on the underground installation on Speedvale Avenue East as part of the ongoing reconstruction project.  As part of the work, they must excavate Delhi Street at the Speedvale intersection, on the north side. During that work, Delhi Street will be closed at the intersection. Construction starts July 5 Construction on Delhi Street is expected to begin on or about July 5 for two days, weather permitting. Delhi Street closed at Speedvale Avenue East The north side of Delhi Street at Speedvale Avenue East will be closed in both directions. Guelph Transit Guelph Transit route 12 will be temporarily detoured during construction. Visit guelphtransit.ca for information about stop changes and… Continue reading Construction notice: Delhi Street and Speedvale Avenue intersection closed starting July 5

Victoria Road South to Industrial Street About the project The City is working with Capital Paving Inc. to remove and repair concrete curbs on Elizabeth Street, where needed, prior to paving. All work will take place on City property. Construction begins July 9 Construction is expected to start on or about Monday, July 9 and continue for approximately one week, weather permitting. Overnight paving work will follow curb repair work. A separate notice will be provided when this work is scheduled. Lane reductions There will be a lane reduction on Elizabeth Street, however, two-way traffic will be maintained. Map of construction area Property and business access All businesses in the construction area remain open and accessible throughout construction. Every effort will be made to maintain… Continue reading Construction notice: Elizabeth Street curb repairs start July 9

Speedvale Avenue East to the west side of Riverview Drive About the project Guelph Hydro crews are working on hydro lines on Speedvale Avenue East in early July as a part of the Speedvale Avenue reconstruction project. A detour around the closure is required. Parking restrictions on Delhi Street begin July 3 There will be no on-street parking available on the west side of Delhi Street between Speedvale Avenue East and Riverview Drive starting on July 3, weather permitting.  Parking on the east side of Delhi Street will remain the same. The work is expected to impact parking until fall 2019. Guelph Transit detour begins June 26 Guelph Transit route 12 will be detoured throughout the project. For more information, visit guelphtransit.ca. Map of construction area… Continue reading Construction notice: Delhi Street parking restrictions start July 3