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Sapperton Sewer Upgrade | East Columbia St and Cumberland St
Project Details
Please be advised that this is a Metro Vancouver project. We kindly ask that you direct all questions, comments, or complaints directly to Metro Vancouver.
Metro Vancouver is replacing a section of the aging sewer along East Columbia Street between Cumberland Street and Debeck Street with a new sewer pipe.
The Sapperton Sewer is part of critical infrastructure that moves wastewater safely from communities in New Westminster to the Annacis Island Wastewater Treatment Plant. The sewer was built in the 1970s and needs repairs to ensure the continued protection of public health and the environment.
For more information about this project, please visit the Metro Vancouver website.
Project Update
August 4, 2026
Vehicle, cyclist, and pedestrian traffic in the area will be affected. Residents and businesses will be notified in advance. Please follow the direction of signage and traffic control personnel who will ensure that vehicles, cyclists, and pedestrians can safely move through the project area.
Project Timeline
- Construction is anticipated to take place from August 17, 2026 to November 2026
Traffic Impacts
- Duration: August 17, 2026 to November 2026
- Hours of Work: Monday to Friday 6:00 am – 8:00 pm
- For concerns about construction hours, please contact the City’s Bylaw Enforcement Team, 604-527-4657, at the following times: Monday–Friday, 7:00am–8:00pm; Saturday, 9:00 am–6:00pm
Contact
For any questions or concerns, contact Metro Vancouver at 604-432-6200 or email with "Sapperton Sewer Connection Upgrade" in the subject line.
- For after hours emergencies, contact 604-451-6610.