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Section of Balmoral Street to Undergo Road Construction

Posted on Friday, May 15, 2020 11:30 AM

A section of Balmoral Street, between Hewitson Street and Alloy Drive, will undergo road reconstruction and storm sewer installation starting on Tuesday, May 19. 

A full closure of Balmoral Street, between Hewitson Street and the Harbour Expressway, will be conducted at the start of the construction and will last approximately 10 days. During this time, the intersection at the Harbour Expressway and Balmoral Street will be fully closed for approximately two days. Motorists are to follow posted...

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Section of Montreal Street to Close for Rail Crossing Rehabilitation

Posted on Wednesday, May 13, 2020 11:30 AM

Montreal Street, from Mountdale Avenue to Neebing Avenue, will be closed to all through traffic on Thursday, May 14, from 8 am – 4 pm to allow for rehabilitation work on the CP rail crossing. Local traffic will be permitted to allow for access to businesses.

The construction schedule is subject to change, as various factors – such as weather – can have an impact on project timelines.

Motorists are advised to avoid the area if possible, and those travelling in the area are asked to use extra caution...

Reduced Load Restrictions Will Be Lifted Wednesday

Posted on Tuesday, May 12, 2020 07:00 AM

The Reduced Load Restrictions that were implemented on March 16 within the city will be lifted on Wednesday, May 13 at 8 am.  
 
Restrictions are put in place annually to protect City roads from damage during the spring thaw. Cooperation from residents helps prevent excessive damage to the streets. 
 
For more information, visit: thunderbay.ca/heavyloads
 
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Contact: David Binch, Traffic Technologist – Engineering, 625-2195

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Boulevard Lake Dam Rehabilitation to Begin May 4

Posted on Thursday, April 30, 2020 11:15 AM

The Boulevard Lake Dam rehabilitation is set to begin on Monday, May 4, with the project expected to be completed by the end of 2021. The Boulevard Lake Dam Walkway will be closed for the duration of the project.

Starting at the end of June, water levels in Boulevard Lake will be lowered to install cofferdams needed to complete the work. As a result, summer activities including swimming, canoeing and kayaking will be suspended this summer.

“The Boulevard Lake Dam is approximately 100 years old,” said...

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Road Construction to Close Section of James Street South

Posted on Thursday, April 30, 2020 05:45 AM

Starting on Monday, May 4, construction will begin on James Street South, between Gore Street and Kingston Street. Construction will include repairs to storm sewer and concrete sidewalk. Work is expected to take approximately nine weeks to complete. 

Traffic heading north-south will be directed to take Mountdale Avenue, using Gore Street and Montreal Street.

Those travelling near the construction zone are asked to use extra caution and obey all posted signage.

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