Construction Update November 1, 2019
It is anticipated that all the underground work will be done in mid-November, following this, crews will be working on completing curbs, asphalt, traffic signals and preparing the entire road for winter shut down. At the same time, the temporary watermain (blue pipe along the edge of the roadway), will be removed.
A person is stationed at Westminster Drive to provide pedestrian help while crossing King Street during the commute to and from school. Help crossing this intersection will be available until the new traffic signals are operational.
Progress since last Update:
· Watermain installation is complete (pipe only) in Stage 2 between Westminster and east of Lowther Street.
· The wood railway ties and concrete below the old asphalt have been removed from Stage 2.
· The roadway in stage 1 has been prepared for curbs and asphalt.
Upcoming work over the next couple of weeks:
· Watermain commissioning and testing in Stage 2.
· Storm sewer installation will continue next week in Stage 2 between Westminster and east of Lowther Street.
· Water service connections to properties in Stage 2 along with sanitary service replacement will continue over the next couple of weeks.
· Following watermain and storm installation, the road will be prepared for curbs and pavement.
Our contractor is working hard to wrap up for the end of November and reopen the on-street parking lanes. We appreciate the understanding and cooperation we have received throughout this major renewal of King Street.
One lane of traffic in each direction will be maintained during construction. For safety reasons, on-street parking on King Street will not be permitted within the construction zone.
View the full update here for some pictures from the last two weeks:
Road excavation at Argyle Street – Stage 1
Place road gravel at Argyle Street – Stage 1
Remove wood rail ties – Stage 2
Watermain installation at Westminster Street – Stage 2
Watermain installation at Church Street – Stage 2
