WATCH FOR CONSTRUCTION VEHICLES AT SPADINA LIFT STATION

Beginning in March 2015, Saskatoon Water will be constructing a new building next to the Spadina Lift Station, south of the Circle Drive north bridge on the west bank of the river.

The building will house two large pumps and a backup generator to act as a bypass station which will help deal with peak wastewater flows which occur during rainstorms. Once built, the existing portable pumps will be removed.

Spadina Crescent, between Windsor Street and Prince of Wales Avenue, will remain open to traffic throughout construction, but drivers and pedestrians are urged to use caution as large trucks and equipment will be entering and exiting the site. During construction it may be necessary to temporarily close the Meewasin Valley Trail adjacent to the site. In this case, a detour trail will be put in place and signs posted.

Construction is expected to last approximately one year, barring any unforeseen circumstances. Once the project is complete, the area will be re-planted with trees and grass.

The Spadina Lift Station is a critical part of Saskatoon’s wastewater system, handling about 60 per cent of the flow going to the Wastewater Treatment Plant.