About the project

As part of ongoing efforts to improve safety and service on the Regional road network, Regional staff reviewed traffic operations at the intersection of Sawmill Road and Ebycrest Road, including safety performance and the societal cost of injury crashes. Based on the findings, a roundabout was recommended for the intersection.

The public was invited to provide input on the proposed roundabout at this location on February 2022.

The Region of Waterloo is replacing the existing traffic signals at Sawmill Road/Bloomingdale Road and Ebycrest Road with a single-lane roundabout. The project also includes new multi-use paths, concrete curbs, a new asphalt road surface and underground infrastructure upgrades to improve safety, traffic flow and connections for people walking and cycling.

Construction update

Construction will begin on or about August 24, 2026, with the main construction work expected to be completed by November 2026. Timing may be affected by weather conditions, with updates provided as needed.

Bloomingdale Road and Kraft Drive will be closed to through traffic at the intersection during Stage 1. Local access will be maintained, and two-way traffic will remain on Sawmill Road and Ebycrest Road. During Stage 1, drivers can use Bridge Street and Ebycrest Road as detour routes. For more information and detour details, visit www.grt.ca/detours.

For the latest construction information and updates, please visit the construction project webpage. The EngageWR page will soon be closed, and future updates will be posted on the construction webpage.

The survey is now closed.