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Weekend Road Report, June 24-25, 2023
June 23, 2023 - 2:15pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
CENTRAL AVE NB & SB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED FROM 108TH ST W TO 109TH ST W
(Sewer lining)
Start: June 24, 7:00 a.m. End: June 24, 1:00 p.m.
7TH AVE N INTERSECTION CLOSED AT PRINCESS ST
(Manhole repair)
Start: June 24, 8:00 a.m. End: June 24, 5:00 p.m.
ATTRIDGE DR WB RIGHT TURN LANE CLOSED AT CENTRAL AVE
(Construction)
Start: June 24, 8:00 a.m. End: June 25, 5:00 p.m.
BROADWAY AVE NB & SB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM 5TH ST E TO 6TH ST E
(Sewer lining)
Start: June 24, 9:00 a.m. End: June 24, 3:00 p.m.
25TH ST E PARTIAL INTERSECTION CLOSURE AT 1ST AVE N
(Sewer lining)
Start: June 24, 9:00 a.m. End: June 24, 3:00 p.m.
25TH ST E PARTIAL INTERSECTION CLOSED AT 2ND AVE N
(Sewer lining)
Start: June 24, 9:00 a.m. End: June 24, 3:00 p.m.
TAYLOR ST E WB LANES CLOSED FROM MADDEN AVE TO MCEOWN AVE
(Sewer Lining)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in the EB lanes
Start: June 24, 7:00 a.m. End: June 24, 1:00 p.m.
TAYLOR ST E WB LANES CLOSED FROM ARLINGTON AVE TO CAMERON AVE
(Sewer Lining)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in the EB Lanes
Start: June 24, 7:00 a.m. End: June 24, 7:00 p.m.
CIRCLE DR W NB RAMP CLOSED TO 22ND ST W
(Streetlight pole replacements)
Start: June 25, 6:00 a.m. End: June 25, 11:00 a.m.
CIRCLE DR W SB RAMP CLOSED TO 33RD ST
(Streetlight pole replacement)
Start: June 25, 6:00 a.m. End: June 25, 11:00 a.m.
WARMAN RD NB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 33RD ST E TO EMPRESS AVE
(Roadway resurfacing)
Start: June 25, 7:00 a.m. End: June 25, 3:00 p.m.
CLARENCE AVE N NB CLOSED FROM 13TH ST E TO 14TH ST E
(Roadway patching)
Start: June 25, 7:00 a.m. End: June 25, 3:00 p.m.
CIRCLE DR E EB CURB & NEXT LANE CLOSED FROM VENTURE CRES TO VENTURE CRES
(Roadway patching)
Start: June 25, 7:00 a.m. End: June 25, 3:00 p.m.
LORNE AVE NB LANES CLOSED FROM JASPER AVE TO EXHIBITION GROUNDS RD
(Roadway patching)
Start: June 25, 7:00 a.m. End: June 25, 4:30 p.m.
NIGHTWORK
8TH ST E WB MEDIAN, CENTER & LEFT TURN LANES CLOSED FROM CIRCLE DR E TO CAMPBELL AVE
(Durable pavement markings)
Start: June 24, 7:00 p.m. End: June 25, 5:00 a.m.
8TH ST E WB MEDIAN & CENTER LANES CLOSED FROM GROSVENOR AVE TO CLARENCE AVE N
(Durable Pavement Markings)
Start: June 23, 7:00 p.m. End: June 24, 5:00 a.m.
CIRCLE DR E EB MEDIAN AND CENTER LANES CLOSED FROM SPADINA CRES E TO ATTRIDGE DR
(Roadway resurfacing)
Start: June 22, 7:00 p.m. End: June 24, 6:00 a.m.
ONGOING
2ND AVE N NB LANES CLOSED FROM QUEEN ST TO KING ST
(Emergency repairs)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in the SB lanes
Start: June 22, 7:00 a.m. End: June 24, 4:00 p.m.
CIRCLE DR E WB FROM ATTRIDGE DR TO WARMAN RD
(Bridge Rehabilitation)
Two-Way traffic will be maintained across the Bridge. Max Load width is 4.5m
Start: February 28, 6:00 a.m. End: June 24, 7:00 p.m.
1ST AVE N NB LANES CLOSED FROM 22ND ST E TO 23RD ST E
(Manhole repair)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in the SB lanes
Start: June 23, 9:00 a.m. End: June 25, 4:30 p.m.
PRESTON AVE S SB LANES CLOSED FROM MAIN ST TO 8TH ST E
(Roadway resurfacing)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in the NB lanes.
Start: June 19, 7:00 a.m. End: June 25, 5:00 p.m.
CLARENCE AVE N NB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM TEMPERANCE ST TO UNIVERSITY DR
(Construction)
Start: May 1, 7:00 a.m. End: June 25, 5:00 p.m.
CUMBERLAND AVE S ROAD CLOSED FROM 5TH ST E TO 3RD ST E
(Connection replacement)
Start: June 14, 7:00 a.m. End: June 25, 5:00 p.m.
CUMBERLAND AVE S ROAD CLOSED FROM 3RD ST E TO 1ST ST E
(Connection replacement)
Start: June 14, 7:00 p.m. End: June 25, 5:00 p.m.
IDYLWYLD DR N NB LANES CLOSED FROM 25TH ST E TO 27TH ST W
(Car wash)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in the SB lanes
Start: June 23, 9:00 a.m. End: June 26, 5:00 a.m.
RUTH ST E ROAD CLOSED FROM EASTLAKE AVE TO BROADWAY AVE
(Storm sewer installation)
Start: May 23, 7:00 a.m. End: June 26, 5:00 p.m.
4TH AVE S ROAD CLOSED FROM 22ND ST E TO 20TH ST E
(Infrastructure upgrades)
Start: June 22, 7:00 a.m. End: June 30, 6:30 p.m.
MCORMOND DR NB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM HORNER CRES TO BALTZAN BLVD
(Ramp tie in)
Start: June 19, 1:00 p.m. End: July 2, 4:30 p.m.
NEAULT RD SB RIGHT TURN BAY CLOSED FROM 33RD ST W TO 22ND ST W
(Storm sewer upgrades)
Start: June 19, 7:00 a.m. End: July 3, 5:00 p.m.
DIEFENBAKER DR SB CURB & CENTER LANE CLOSED FROM 22ND ST W TO FAIRLIGHT DR
(Sidewalk infill)
Start: June 20, 7:00 a.m. End: July 4, 6:00 p.m.
MCORMOND DR NB CURB LANE CLOSED AT STENSRUD RD
(Pavement & Curb work)
Start: May 15, 7:00 a.m. End: July 7, 4:00 p.m.
2ND AVE N NB PARKING LANE CLOSED FROM 26TH ST E TO QUEEN ST
(Building construction)
Start: June 12, 6:00 a.m. End: August 1, 4:30 p.m.
All restrictions will be lifted as indicated, weather permitting and barring any unforeseen circumstances.
2nd Avenue closed between 20th and 21st streets on Monday
June 23, 2023 - 1:00pm
2nd Avenue will be closed between 20th and 21st streets on Monday, June 26, at 8:00 a.m. for sanitary sewer inspection work. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around the work zone. This project is expected to take four hours 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.
2nd Avenue closed between 21st and 22nd streets starting Monday
June 23, 2023 - 11:00am
2nd Avenue will be closed between 21st and 22nd streets starting Monday, June 26, at 7:00 a.m. for crane work. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around the work zone. This project is expected to take three 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.
RedBall Project rolls into Saskatoon
June 23, 2023 - 2:00pm
The RedBall Project – an international travelling art project already showcased in locations such as Sydney, Paris, Portland, and Calgary – will be on display at various locations across Saskatoon starting Sunday, June 25 and running through to Canada Day celebrations on Saturday, July 1.
Over the seven days, the RedBall Project will roll into several popular areas around the city – some will be tourist hotspots, others more local locations – with the 4.5 metre (15 foot) diameter RedBall meeting the audience on their own streets.
“This unique project is a first time for Saskatoon,” says Kevin Kitchen, Manager, Community Development. “With the support of the Business Improvement Districts, we’re thrilled to showcase the RedBall to residents and visitors alike and ‘round’ out the tour on the Traffic Bridge in time for the downtown Canada Day celebrations.”
Areas the travelling art piece will be visiting are:
Sunday, June 25 – River Landing Bridge
Monday, June 26 - Broadway Little Stone Stage
Tuesday, June 27 - Roxy Theatre
Wednesday, June 28 – Saskatoon School Board Office Downtown
Thursday, June 29 - Prairie Lily Boat Launch (Meewasin Trail)
Friday, June 30 – Delta Bessborough Hotel (601 Spadina Crescent E)
Saturday, July 1 - Traffic Bridge
All Locations: 11am - 6pm (except Canada Day: 12pm to 7pm)
RedBall Saskatoon is commissioned by the Placemaker Program. The City, in collaboration with the Business Improvement Districts, manages the Placemaker Program to add significance to civic spaces through temporary public art. These temporary exhibits transform public spaces and engage with audiences to promote an appreciation for contemporary art practices. This year's project was further supported through funds from the three city centre BIDs and SK Arts.
To learn more about the Placemaker Program and/or to browse the collection, visit saskatoon.ca/publicart.
City lowers flags in recognition of National Day of Remembrance for Victims of Terrorism
June 23, 2023 - 9:30am
The National Day of Remembrance for Victims of Terrorism is on June 23, 2023. In recognition, flags at all City of Saskatoon facilities will fly at half-mast for the day.
Recognized every year in Canada on June 23, the National Day of Remembrance for Victims of Terrorism marks the anniversary of the Air India Flight 182 bombing which happened off the coast of Ireland. Flags across Canada are flown at half-mast to honour the victims of the bombing, as well as other acts of terrorist violence that have taken lives of Canadians.
Circle Drive northbound exit ramp to 22nd Street closed on Sunday
June 23, 2023 - 9:00am
The Circle Drive northbound exit ramp to 22nd Street will be closed on Sunday, June 25, at 6:00 a.m. for streetlight pole replacement work. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around this work. This project is expected to take five hours to complete, barring 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.
Circle Drive southbound exit ramp to 33rd Street closed on Sunday
June 23, 2023 - 8:00am
The Circle Drive southbound exit ramp to 33rd Street will be closed on Sunday, June 25, at 7:00 a.m. for streetlight pole replacement work. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around this work. This project is expected to take five hours to complete, barring 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.
Rescheduled: 7th Avenue intersection closed at Princess Street on Sunday
June 23, 2023 - 7:00am
The intersection at 7th Avenue and Princess Street will be closed on Saturday, June 24, at 8:00 a.m. for manhole repair work. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around this project. This work is expected to take one day 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.
Circle Drive North Bridge work halfway complete; two-way traffic switches to westbound side Sunday
June 21, 2023 - 6:00am
The Circle Drive North Bridge rehabilitation project is progressing on schedule and is now halfway complete. Crews are finishing work on the westbound side and will reopen it this weekend. Starting Sunday evening, the westbound side of the bridge will accommodate two-way traffic while work gets underway on the eastbound side.
Drivers are reminded to utilize the zipper merge technique when approaching the construction zone. Use all available lanes up to the merge point, then take turns moving through.
Construction on the 40-year-old Circle Drive North Bridge began at the end of February and is expected to be completed in October. Work includes replacing asphalt and barriers, improving drainage and concrete, and repairing piers and abutments to ensure the bridge lasts for years to come.
Saskatoon Transit may be affected by this work. 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 - June 23, 2023
June 22, 2023 - 3:00pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
IDYLWYLD DR S NB & SB SPEED REDUCED FROM 11TH ST E TO CIRCLE DR S
(Mowing)
Mowing in the center median and side ditches
Start: June 23, 9:00 a.m. End: June 23, 3:00 p.m.
1ST AVE N NB LANES CLOSED FROM 22ND ST E TO 23RD ST E
(Manhole repair)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in the SB lanes
Start: June 23, 9:00 a.m. End: June 25, 4:30 p.m.
IDYLWYLD DR N NB LANES CLOSED FROM 25TH ST E TO 27TH ST W
(Car wash)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in the SB lanes
Start: June 23, 9:00 a.m. End: June 26, 5:00 a.m.
NIGHTWORK
8TH ST E WB MEDIAN & CENTER LANES CLOSED FROM GROSVENOR AVE TO CLARENCE AVE N
(Durable pavement markings)
Start: June 23, 7:00 p.m. End: June 24, 5:00 a.m.
8TH ST E EB MEDIAN, CENTRE & LEFT TURN LANES CLOSED FROM CLARENCE AVE S TO SOMMERFELD AVE
(Durable pavement markings)
Intersections at Cumberland Ave & Louise St will remain open.
Start: June 22, 7:00 p.m. End: June 23, 5:00 a.m.
IDYLWYLD DR S NB & SB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED FROM 7TH ST E TO 11TH ST E
(Bridge washing)
Start: June 22, 8:00 p.m. End: June 23, 6:00 a.m.
ONGOING
CIRCLE DR W EB LANES SPEED REDUCTION FROM CARDINAL PL TO AIRPORT DR
(Sewer lining)
Start: June 22, 9:00 a.m. End: June 23, 3:00 p.m.
CIRCLE DR E WB CURB CLOSED AT 1ST AVE N
(Valve removal)
Start: June 19, 7:00 a.m. End: June 23, 4:30 p.m.
1ST AVE N ROAD CLOSED FROM CIRCLE DR E TO 42ND ST E
(Valve removal)
Start: June 19, 7:00 a.m. End: June 23, 4:30 p.m.
CLARENCE AVE N NB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM COLONY ST TO AIRD ST
(Water main work)
Start: May 18, 7:00 a.m. End: June 23, 7:00 p.m.
CIRCLE DR E EB MEDIAN AND CENTER LANES CLOSED FROM SPADINA CRES E TO ATTRIDGE DR
(Road resurfacing)
Start: June 22, 7:00 p.m. End: June 24, 6:00 a.m.
2ND AVE N TWO-WAY TRAFFIC IN SB LANES FROM QUEEN ST TO KING ST
(Emergency roadway repairs)
Start: June 22, 7:00 a.m. End: June 24, 4:00 p.m.
CIRCLE DR E WB LANES CLOSED FROM ATTRIDGE DR TO WARMAN RD
(Bridge rehabilitation)
Two-way traffic will be maintained across Circle Drive North Bridge. Max Load width is 4.5m
Start: February 28, 6:00 a.m. End: June 24, 7:00 p.m.
CLARENCE AVE N NB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM TEMPERANCE ST TO UNIVERSITY DR
(Construction)
Start: May 1, 7:00 a.m. End: June 25, 5:00 p.m.
CUMBERLAND AVE S ROAD CLOSED FROM 1ST ST E TO 5TH ST E
(Connection replacement)
Start: June 14, 7:00 a.m. End: June 25, 5:00 p.m.
PRESTON AVE S SB LANES CLOSED FROM MAIN ST TO 8TH ST E
(Roadway resurfacing)
Two-way traffic will be maintained in the NB lanes.
Start: June 19, 7:00 a.m. End: June 25, 5:00 p.m.
RUTH ST E ROAD CLOSED FROM EASTLAKE AVE TO BROADWAY AVE
(Storm sewer installation)
Start: May 23, 7:00 a.m. End: June 26, 5:00 p.m.
HORNER CRES ROAD CLOSED AT BALTZAN BLVD
(Crane lifts)
Start: June 19, 7:00 a.m. End: June 30, 5:00 p.m.
4TH AVE S ROAD CLOSED FROM 22ND ST E TO 20TH ST E
(Infrastructure upgrades)
Start: June 22, 7:00 a.m. End: June 30, 6:30 p.m.
MCORMOND DR NB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM HORNER CRES TO BALTZAN BLVD
(Ramp tie in)
Start: June 19, 1:00 p.m. End: July 2, 4:30 p.m.
NEAULT RD SB RIGHT TURN BAY CLOSED FROM 33RD ST W TO 22ND ST W
(Storm sewer upgrades)
Start: June 19, 7:00 a.m. End: July 3, 5:00 p.m.
DIEFENBAKER DR SB CURB & CENTER LANE CLOSED FROM 22ND ST W TO FAIRLIGHT DR
(Sidewalk infill)
Start: June 20, 7:00 a.m. End: July 4, 6:00 p.m.
MCORMOND DR NB CURB LANE CLOSED AT STENSRUD RD
(Pavement & curb work)
Start: May 15, 7:00 a.m. End: July 7, 4:00 p.m.
All restrictions will be lifted as indicated, weather permitting and barring any unforeseen circumstances.
For more information about current road restrictions and construction, visit saskatoon.ca/construction.