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Major Roadwork & Construction Projects

  • West End Sewer Separation and Watermain Replacement Project

    Work will begin November 2022.

    PROJECT DETAILS

    The project will include sewer separation work and replacing water mains that are at the end of their service life and due for replacement. The water main and sanitary sewer replacement program is intended to renew our aging infrastructure and to improve quality and capacity where required.

    Duration

    November 2022 to Winter 2023 

    Hours of Work
    Monday - Friday: 7:00 am - 7:00 pm
    Saturdays: 9:00 am - 6:00 pm

    Impacted Roads

    13th Street - Tenth Avenue to Fourth Avenue

    Fourth Avenue - 13th Street to 14th Street

    Sixth Avenue - 20th Street to 12th Street

    16th Street - Fifth Avenue to Downie Street (Proposed Construction 2023)

    Impacts/Interruptions

    Some parking disruptions on impacted roads to accommodate the necessary staging areas. We respectfully ask that residents and visitors not park in these areas.

    Expect temporary road closures, traffic delays and sidewalk closures during construction. Alternate access points will be provided and advance notice will be given. 

    For more information on this project, please contact Amir Aminpour, Project Manager, at 604-515-3796 or 

  • 2021-2022 Sapperton Infrastructure Replacement Program

    Construction is complete. Final restoration work and paving will take place in Spring 2023.

    Project Update

    Construction is complete. Final restoration work and paving will take place in Spring 2023. 

    Hours of Work

    Monday - Friday: 7:00 am - 7:00 pm
    Saturdays: 9:00 am - 6:00 pm

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    Project Details

    The project will include sewer separation work and replacing water mains that are at the end of their service life and due for replacement. The water main and sanitary sewer replacement program is intended to renew our aging infrastructure and to improve quality and capacity where required.

    For more information on this project, please contact Amir Aminpour, Project Manager, at 604-515-3796 or 

  • Metro Vancouver Interceptor Project

    Columbia Street - Mid-Summer 2021 to Spring 2023

    The New Westminster Interceptor is a large pressurized sewer pipe that carries wastewater collected throughout the Metro Vancouver region to the Annacis Island Wastewater Treatment Plant in the City of Delta. To ensure continued protection of public health and the environment, this aging pipe needs to be repaired.

    Construction will take place along Columbia Street from Front Street to McBride Boulevard. Crews will begin construction for the most vulnerable section of pipe extending from Front Street to Blackwood Street.

    Timeline: Mid-Summer 2021 to Spring 2023

    Click here for more project information. 

  • 660 Quayside (Bosa Development)

    Quayside Drive (Fraser River Discovery Centre to River Market) single-lane alternating traffic starting January 23 for approximately 6 weeks, during work hours.

    For approximately 6 weeks starting the week of January 23, the traffic pattern on Quayside Drive between the Fraser River Discovery Centre and the River Market will be single-lane alternating during daytime working hours (generally 7:00am to 5:00pm, Monday to Friday).

    Pedestrian, bicycle and wheelchair access will be maintained with support from traffic control personnel.  The traffic pattern will be returned to through-traffic at the end of each work day and on weekends.

    Please obey all signs and traffic control personnel at all times.

    This work is needed to install a sanitary line connection to the Pier West development.

    Thank you as always for your patience and understanding while we complete this work.  Please do not hesitate to contact Bosa Development if you have any questions at 

  • RCH Redevelopment Project

    Phase two of the Royal Columbian Hospital redevelopment project is now underway.

    Phase two will include the construction of a new acute care tower, an underground parkade, a new main entrance, and a rooftop helipad. Some aging buildings will also be replaced along with site enhancements. Phase two construction is expected to be complete in early 2025. 

    Phase three of the redevelopment project will upgrade and expand areas in the existing Health Care Centre and Columbia Tower to support the beds and services added in phase two. Phase three is projected to start in 2023 and complete in 2026.

    Construction hours are Monday to Friday, 7:00 am to 8:00 pm (except holidays) and Saturday, 9:00 am - 6:00 pm. 

    Click here to read the latest construction notice. 

    Learn more about this project on the Fraser Health website.

     

  • Pattullo Bridge Replacement Project

    The Pattullo Bridge is a key connection between the communities of Surrey and New Westminster. The new toll-free four-lane bridge will provide important improvements for everyone using the bridge, including people who are driving, cycling or walking, as well as communities on either side of the bridge. 

    To learn more about his project, as well as upcoming construction activity, please visit: www.pattullobridgereplacement.ca

    For construction information or concerns, please call the 24/7 Construction Information Line at 1-844-815-6149.

    For general project information, please email the project team at: , or call 778-379-2481.


    Pattullo Bridge Replacement Project Municipal Agreement