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Text: Update - Closed sections of Carrick Street and Hewitson Street reopen

Carrick Street and Hewitson Street reopen after flooding

Posted on Friday, February 28, 2025 03:32 PM

Carrick Street from 11th Avenue to Hewitson Street, and Hewitson Street from Russell Street to Carrick Street, will reopen late this afternoon. The streets had been closed since Feb. 26 to address frozen culverts causing flooding. 

Motorists are asked to drive with caution in the area as workers reopen the roads.

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 Contact: an Spoljarich, Manager – Roads, 807-684-2408

McKellar Bridge to close overnight for construction work

Posted on Wednesday, December 18, 2024 11:53 AM

The City of Thunder Bay is advising residents that the McKellar Bridge will be closed overnight on Thursday, December 19, from 8 pm - 4 am. This closure is necessary in order to move forward with the construction process.

During this time, the bridge will not be accessible to vehicles, pedestrians, or cyclists. Residents are urged to plan ahead to avoid being stuck and not being able to travel to and from the island.

The City appreciates the public’s understanding and patience as this important...

Temporary road closure on Summit Avenue and John Street

Posted on Monday, December 16, 2024 02:32 PM

Summit Avenue at John Street will be closed to traffic on Wednesday, Dec. 18, and Thursday, Dec. 19, to complete important sewer lining work.

The north end of Summit Avenue will remain open to local traffic only. Drivers are encouraged to use alternative routes and drive with caution.

The City of Thunder Bay would like to thank you for your patience and cooperation as we work to improve infrastructure in our community.

For more information on the City’s roads operations, visit: www.thunderbay...

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Section of Red River Road will close for watermain repairs

Posted on Tuesday, December 10, 2024 03:14 PM

Red River Road will be closed between Hill Street and High Street on Wednesday, Dec. 11, to allow for the completion of watermain repairs.

The closure is scheduled to begin at 6 a.m. and conclude Wednesday evening.

During the closure, access to Winnipeg Avenue and Summit Avenue will be available via Beresford Street.

Sidewalk access will be disrupted on the north side of Red River Road as work proceeds.

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Centennial Park trail to close at Highway 11/17 underpass

Posted on Friday, October 25, 2024 10:57 AM

The recreational trail connecting Centennial Park to Trowbridge Falls, running under Highway 11/17 on the west side of the Current River, at the Constable John S. Kusznier Memorial Bridge, will be closed on Monday, Oct. 28 to allow for completion of trail paving work.

A granular trail on the east side of the river remains open as an alternate route.

Please respect “trail closed” signage and barriers for safety. The trail is expected to be reopened by Tuesday, Oct. 29.