Road Work News

Section of Rosslyn Road closed for watermain repairs

Rosslyn Road will be closed at Pomona Drive as of 9:30 a.m. on Monday, June 17 in order to complete watermain repairs.

During the closure, there will be no through traffic on the closed section of Rosslyn Road. Motorists and pedestrians are advised to exercise caution and expect traffic delays in the area.

The duration of the closure is expected to be approximately 16 hours.

Centennial Park trails to close at Highway 11/17 underpass

Due to construction on the Current River Bridge, multi-use trails at Centennial Park will be closed to the public in the area of Highway 11/17 beginning on June 17.

Ontario’s Ministry of Transportation will be conducting rehabilitation on the Current River Bridge over the summer. During construction, Highway 11/17 traffic on the eastbound bridge will be reduced to one lane with a maximum speed of 70 km/h.

To accommodate this work, the City will close the sections of trail at Centennial Park that...

2024 road work is underway

The City of Thunder Bay is investing $42 million in 2024 to fund important infrastructure work including road rehabilitation, sidewalk replacement, sewer and watermain repairs and replacements, and bridge and culvert renewal.

A number of projects have already begun, and many more will be undertaken throughout the summer construction season.

While this work is essential to maintain our city’s infrastructure, it can result in road closures, detours, and delays for travelers. The City hopes to...

Mountdale Boat Launch to close for renewal

The Mountdale Boat Launch is scheduled to close for improvements starting Monday, June 3.

The boat launch and the park area will be closed to the public as the work gets underway, with completion expected by September 30, dependent on weather. The City thanks users for their patience during this closure.

The Mission Island Boat Lauch remains available to the public on 107th Avenue on Mission Island.

Improvements at the Mountdale Boat Launch include paving the parking area, with dedicated spots for...

Work begins on Memorial & Harbour Expressway Intersection

Travelers are reminded to expect some detours and delays as reconstruction work begins at the Memorial Avenue and Harbour Expressway intersection.

Overnight work will begin one day earlier than previously announced, with the intersection partially closed between 7 p.m. and 7 a.m. starting on Monday, May 27 and ending Saturday, June 1.

The intersection will be closed at Memorial Avenue but continue to allow through traffic on the Harbour Expressway on Monday and Tuesday. Later in the week,...