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Weekend Road Report, August 20-21,2022
August 19, 2022 - 2:00pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
STONEBRIDGE BLVD WB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM CORNISH RD TO CLARENCE AVE S
(Roadway patching)
Start: August 20, 7:00 a.m. End: August 20, 7:00 p.m.
1ST AVE N INTERSECTION CLOSED AT 24TH ST E
(Catch basin repair)
Start: August 20, 7:00 a.m. End: August 21, 4:30 p.m.
33RD ST E EB LEFT TURN LANE; & WB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED AT WARMAN RD
(Construction)
Start: August 20, 7:00 a.m. End: September 2, 5:00 p.m.
1ST AVE S ROAD CLOSED FROM 20TH ST E TO 22ND ST E
(Rock 102 Show & Shine)
Start: August 21, 4:00 a.m. End: August 21, 6:00 p.m.
2ND AVE S ROAD CLOSED FROM 20TH ST E TO 23RD ST E
(Rock 102 Show & Shine)
Start: August 21, 4:00 a.m. End: August 21, 6:00 p.m.
3RD AVE S ROAD CLOSED FROM 20TH ST E TO 23RD ST E
(Rock 102 Show & Shine)
Start: August 21, 4:00 a.m. End: August 21, 6:00 p.m.
21ST ST E ROAD CLOSED FROM 1ST AVE S TO 4TH AVE S
(Rock 102 Show & Shine)
Start: August 21, 4:00 a.m. End: August 21, 6:00 p.m.
22ND ST E ROAD CLOSED FROM 1ST AVE N TO 4TH AVE N
(Rock 102 Show & Shine)
Start: August 21, 4:00 a.m. End: August 21, 6:00 p.m.
STONEBRIDGE BLVD ROUNDABOUT CLOSED FROM COPE CRES TO DULMAGE CRES
(Roadway patching)
Start: August 21, 7:00 a.m. End: August 21, 7:00 p.m.
PRESTON AVE N NB LANES CLOSED AT 8TH ST E
(Roadway patching)
Start: August 21, 7:30 a.m. End: August 21, 10:30 a.m.
FAITHFULL AVE ROAD CLOSED FROM 45TH ST E TO 47TH A ST E
(Catch basin repairs)
Start: August 21, 8:00 a.m. End: August 22, 6:00 p.m.
OVERNIGHT
CIRCLE DR S SB MEDIAN & CENTER LANE CLOSED FROM SPADINA CRES W TO LORNE AVE
(Road resurfacing)
Start: August 20, 7:00 p.m. End: August 21, 7:00 a.m.
8TH ST E EB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM PRESTON AVE S TO CAMPBELL AVE
(Sewer lining)
Start: August 20, 8:00 p.m. End: August 21, 6:00 a.m.
CIRCLE DR E NB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM TAYLOR ST E TO 8TH ST E
(Roadway paving)
Start: August 21, 7:00 p.m. End: August 22, 6:00 a.m.
ONGOING
CIRCLE DR S SB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 11TH ST W TO VALLEY RD
(Roadway paving)
Start: August 19, 7:00 p.m. End: August 20, 6:00 a.m.
CIRCLE DR S SB CURB AND CENTER LANES CLOSED FROM SPADINA CRES W TO LORNE AVE
(Roadway paving)
Start: August 19, 7:00 p.m. End: August 20, 6:00 a.m.
CIRCLE DR E EB CURB AND CENTER LANES CLOSED FROM VENTURE CRES TO MILLAR AVE
(Sewer lining)
Start: August 19, 8:00 p.m. End: August 20, 6:00 a.m.
2ND AVE N NB MEDIAN & LEFT TURN LANE CLOSED FROM 26TH ST E TO QUEEN ST
(Sanitary sewer lining)
Start: August 19, 8:00 p.m. End: August 20, 6:00 a.m.
WARMAN RD SB CURB LANE CLOSED AT 33RD ST E
(Intersection improvements)
Start: June 23, 7:00 a.m. End: August 20, 7:00 a.m.
33RD ST E WB CURB LANE CLOSED AT WARMAN RD
(Intersection improvements)
Start: June 23, 7:00 a.m. End: August 20, 7:00 a.m.
BOYCHUK DR ROAD CLOSED FROM LAURENTIAN DR TO HUNTINGTON PL
(Catch basin installation)
Start: August 19, 7:00 a.m. End: August 20, 5:00 p.m.
NELSON RD WB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM MCORMOND DR TO HEAL AVE
(Concrete repair)
Start: August 16, 10:30 a.m. End: August 20, 5:00 p.m.
CIRCLE DR E WB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM QUEBEC AVE TO NORTHRIDGE DR
(Concrete work)
Start: August 17, 7:00 a.m. End: August 21, 4:30 p.m.
1ST AVE N NB LANES CLOSED FROM QUEEN ST TO DUKE ST
(Concrete work)
Start: August 15, 9:00 a.m. End: August 21, 4:30 p.m.
25TH ST E EB CLOSED FROM 5TH AVE N TO SPADINA CRES E
(Water main replacement)
Start: August 3, 7:00 a.m. End: August 21, 5:00 p.m.
DIEFENBAKER DR NB DRIVING LANE, PARKING LANE & SIDEWALK CLOSED FROM LAURIER DR TO DOUGLAS CRES
(Sidewalk repair)
Start: August 2, 7:00 a.m. End: August 22, 5:00 p.m.
4TH AVE S SB PARKING LANE CLOSED FROM 20TH ST E TO 19TH ST E
(SL&P work)
Start: August 15, 9:00 a.m. End: August 22, 5:00 p.m.
RUTH ST E INTERSECTION CLOSED AT CAIRNS AVE
(Water main replacement)
Start: June 29, 7:00 a.m. End: August 22, 5:00 p.m.
RUTH ST E WB LANES CLOSED FROM LANSDOWNE AVE TO BROADWAY AVE
(Sidewalk repair)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in the EB lanes.
Start: August 18, 7:00 a.m. End: August 25, 6:00 p.m.
BOYCHUK DR NB PARKING LANE CLOSED FROM HUNTINGTON PL TO LAURENTIAN DR
(Pedestrian ramps)
Start: August 19, 7:00 a.m. End: August 26, 5:00 p.m.
22ND ST W EB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM AVE E S TO AVE D S
(Sidewalk replacement)
Start: August 16, 7:00 a.m. End: August 30, 5:30 p.m.
MCORMOND DR ROAD CLOSED AT BRIGHTON BLVD
(New road construction)
Start: June 6, 7:00 a.m. End: September 9, 5:00 p.m.
All restrictions will be lifted as indicated, weather permitting and barring any unforeseen circumstances.
Central Avenue closed between 108th and 109th streets on Monday
August 19, 2022 - 1:30pm
Central Avenue will be closed between 108th and 109th streets on Monday, August 22, at 9:00 a.m. for roadway patching work. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around this project. This work is expected to take six hours to complete, barring any unforeseen circumstances or weather delays.
Saskatoon Transit may be affected by these detours. Transit service alerts and real-time bus information are available on third-party apps like Transit and Google Maps Transit on desktop.
For more information about current road restrictions and construction, visit saskatoon.ca/construction.
Nelson Road closed between Heal and Heath avenues on Monday
August 19, 2022 - 1:00pm
Nelson Road will be closed between Heal and Heath avenues on Monday, August 22, at 7:00 a.m. for material offloading work. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around this work. This project is expected to take eight hours to complete, barring any unforeseen circumstances or weather delays.
Saskatoon Transit may be affected by these detours. Transit service alerts and real-time bus information are available on third-party apps like Transit and Google Maps Transit on desktop.
For more information about current road restrictions and construction, visit saskatoon.ca/construction.
Faithfull Avenue closed between 45th and 47th streets starting Sunday
August 19, 2022 - 11:30am
Faithfull Avenue will be closed between 45th and 47th streets starting Sunday, August 21, at 8:00 a.m. for catch basin replacement work. The intersection at Faithfull Avenue and 46th Street will be closed during this project. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around the work zone. This project is expected to take two days to complete, weather permitting and barring any unforeseen circumstances.
Saskatoon Transit may be affected by these detours. Transit service alerts and real-time bus information are available on third-party apps like Transit and Google Maps Transit on desktop.
For more information about current road restrictions and construction, visit saskatoon.ca/construction.
1st Avenue intersection closed at 24th Street starting Saturday
August 19, 2022 - 11:00am
The intersection at 1st Avenue and 24th Street will be closed starting Saturday, August 20, at 8:00 a.m. for catch basin repair work. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around the work zone. This project is expected to take two days to complete, weather permitting and barring any unforeseen circumstances.
Saskatoon Transit may be affected by these detours. Transit service alerts and real-time bus information are available on third-party apps like Transit and Google Maps Transit on desktop.
For more information about current road restrictions and construction, visit saskatoon.ca/construction.
Reminder: Fall program registration begins Sunday, August 21 at 6:00 p.m.
August 19, 2022 - 10:00am
- Ensure you have an active Leisure Online registration account and know your username and password. If you require assistance with your account, please call any Leisure Centre prior to 6:00 p.m. on Sunday, August 21.
- Have a list of second and third program choices in case you do not get into your first choice.
- Join the wait list! Every full program has an online wait list and new classes may be created if there is enough demand.
- Consider other nearby Leisure Centres if your preferred location isn't available.
- Ensure your major web browser (Google Chrome, Safari, Firefox,) is up-to-date.
- Once you reach the payment page, do not return to the previous page or click on the “submit payment” button more than once. These actions could result in duplicate payments. If you need to change your selection, close your browser and start a new transaction.
Registration for the City’s Fall recreation programs begins Sunday, August 21, 2022, at 6:00 p.m. by logging into to your account on Leisure Online at leisureonline.saskatoon.ca, or by calling 306-975-2800.
Many people will be registering Sunday evening, and the City sincerely thanks residents for their patience. While additional online and telephone resources are in place to make the process run as smoothly as possible, there will be hundreds of people registering at once.
Here are some tips to help you prepare:
The Fall Leisure Guide, which is Saskatoon’s go-to source for fitness programs, recreational activities and arts and culture opportunities for all ages and abilities, was released on August 5. It is available online at saskatoon.ca/leisureguide or for pick up at any City leisure facility, Saskatoon library or over 120 retail locations throughout Saskatoon and limited surrounding areas that the StarPhoenix is sold.
Circle Drive northbound exit ramp to 8th Street closed on Sunday evening
August 19, 2022 - 9:00am
- Taylor Street exit ramp to Circle Drive northbound will be closed
- Circle Drive northbound curb lane will be closed between Taylor and 8th streets
The Circle Drive northbound exit ramp to 8th Street will be closed on Sunday, August 21 at 7:00 p.m. for roadway paving work. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around this project. This work is expected to take 11 hours to complete, barring unforeseen circumstances or weather delays.
Additional project restrictions:
Saskatoon Transit may be affected by these detours. Transit service alerts and real-time bus information are available on third-party apps like Transit and Google Maps Transit on desktop.
For more information about current road restrictions and construction, visit saskatoon.ca/construction.
Road restrictions and transit detours downtown on Sunday
August 19, 2022 - 8:00am
- 1st Avenue will be closed between 20th and 22nd streets
- 2nd Avenue will be closed between 20th and 23rd streets
- 3rd Avenue will be closed between 20th and 23rd streets
- 21st Street will be closed between 1st and 4th avenues
- 22nd Street will be closed between 1st and 4th avenues
To accommodate the Rock 102 Show & Shine event in the downtown area on Sunday, August 21, detours and parking restrictions will be in place guiding motorists around the event zone.
Event road restrictions in place on August 21 from 4:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.:
This event will severely impact transit routes and stops in the downtown area. Saskatoon Transit will be issuing service alerts about detours and temporary bus stop locations.
The Downtown Terminal bus stops will operate as normal except for Route 6, 60 and 65 which will have temporary bus stops located on 23rd Street eastbound, east of 2nd Avenue.
For service alerts about bus stop closures, real-time bus locations, and next bus arrivals use the mobile app Transit or Google Transit on desktop. Customer Service is also available at 306-975-3100 to help answer any questions.
Drivers are reminded watch out for pedestrians. The City thanks everyone for their patience.
For more information about current road restrictions and construction, visit saskatoon.ca/construction.
Stonebridge Boulevard closed between Cope and Dulmage crescents on Sunday
August 19, 2022 - 7:00am
- The Stonebridge roundabout will be closed
- Cornish Road will be closed between Willis and Lynd crescents
- Stonebridge Boulevard eastbound lanes will be closed between Wellman Lane and Wellman Crescent
Stonebridge Boulevard will be closed between Cope and Dulmage crescents on Sunday, August 21, at 7:00 a.m. for roadway patching work. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around the work zone. This project is expected to take 12 hours to complete, weather permitting and barring any unforeseen circumstances.
Additional project restrictions:
Saskatoon Transit may be affected by these detours. Transit service alerts and real-time bus information are available on third-party apps like Transit and Google Maps Transit on desktop.
For more information about current road restrictions and construction, visit saskatoon.ca/construction.
Daily Road Report, August 19, 2022
August 18, 2022 - 3:00pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
BOYCHUK DR ROAD CLOSED FROM LAURENTIAN DR TO HUNTINGTON PL
(Catch basin installation)
Start: August 19, 7:00 a.m. End: August 20, 5:00 p.m.
CLARENCE AVE N NB & SB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED FROM 9TH ST E TO 11TH ST E
(Manhole repairs)
Start: August 19, 8:00 a.m. End: August 19, 4:00 p.m.
OVERNIGHT
CIRCLE DR S SB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 11TH ST W TO VALLEY RD
(Roadway paving)
Start: August 19, 7:00 p.m. End: August 20, 6:00 a.m.
CIRCLE DR S SB CURB AND CENTER LANES CLOSED FROM SPADINA CRES W TO LORNE AVE
(Roadway paving)
Start: August 19, 7:00 p.m. End: August 20, 6:00 a.m.
2ND AVE N NB MEDIAN & LEFT TURN LANE CLOSED FROM 26TH ST E TO QUEEN ST
(Sanitary sewer lining)
Start: August 19, 8:00 p.m. End: August 20, 6:00 a.m.
CIRCLE DR E EB CURB AND CENTER LANES CLOSED FROM VENTURE CRES TO MILLAR AVE
(Sanitary sewer lining)
Start: August 19, 8:00 p.m. End: August 20, 6:00 a.m.
ONGOING
WARMAN RD NB & SB MEDIAN & CENTRE LANES CLOSED AT CIRCLE DR E
(Minor bridge maintenance)
Start: August 18, 7:00 p.m. End: August 19, 7:00 a.m.
PRESTON AVE S NB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM TAYLOR ST E TO 14TH ST E
(Pole painting)
Start: August 17, 9:00 a.m. End: August 19, 3:00 p.m.
CLARENCE AVE S NB PARKING LANE CLOSED AT RUTH ST E
(Pedestrian ramp)
Start: August 18, 7:00 a.m. End: August 19, 5:00 p.m.
4TH AVE N ROAD CLOSED FROM 25TH ST E TO QUEEN ST
(Watermain construction)
Start: July 22, 7:00 a.m. End: August 19, 5:00 p.m.
WARMAN RD SB CURB LANE CLOSED AT 33RD ST E
(Intersection improvements)
Start: June 23, 7:00 a.m. End: August 20, 7:00 a.m.
33RD ST E WB CURB LANE CLOSED AT WARMAN RD
(Intersection improvements)
Start: June 23, 7:00 a.m. End: August 20, 7:00 a.m.
NELSON RD WB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM MCORMOND DR TO HEAL AVE
(Concrete work)
Start: August 16, 10:30 a.m. End: August 20, 5:00 p.m.
1ST AVE N NB LANES CLOSED FROM QUEEN ST TO DUKE ST
(Concrete work)
Start: August 15, 9:00 a.m. End: August 21, 4:30 p.m.
CIRCLE DR E WB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM QUEBEC AVE TO NORTHRIDGE DR
(Concrete work)
Start: August 17, 7:00 a.m. End: August 21, 4:30 p.m.
25TH ST E EB LANES CLOSED FROM 5TH AVE N TO SPADINA CRES E
(Water main replacement)
Start: August 3, 7:00 a.m. End: August 21, 5:00 p.m.
DIEFENBAKER DR NB DRIVING LANE, PARKING LANE & SIDEWALK CLOSED FROM LAURIER DR TO DOUGLAS CRES
(Sidewalk repair)
Start: August 2, 7:00 a.m. End: August 22, 5:00 p.m.
4TH AVE S SB PARKING LANE CLOSED FROM 20TH ST E TO 19TH ST E
(SL&P work)
Start: August 15, 9:00 a.m. End: August 22, 5:00 p.m.
RUTH ST E INTERSECTION CLOSED AT CAIRNS AVE
(Water main replacement)
Start: June 29, 7:00 a.m. End: August 22, 5:00 p.m.
RUTH ST E WB LANES CLOSED FROM LANSDOWNE AVE TO BROADWAY AVE
(Sidewalk repair)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in EB lanes.
Start: August 18, 7:00 a.m. End: August 25, 6:00 p.m.
22ND ST W EB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM AVE E S TO AVE D S
(Sidewalk replacement)
Start: August 16, 7:00 a.m. End: August 30, 5:30 p.m.
MCORMOND DR ROAD CLOSED AT BRIGHTON BLVD
(New road construction)
Start: June 6, 7:00 a.m. End: September 9, 5:00 p.m.
All restrictions will be lifted as indicated, weather permitting and barring any unforeseen circumstances.