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Daily Road Report, March 10
March 9, 2026 - 3:00pm
Daily Road Report, March 10
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
JUNOR AVE SB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM MCCLOCKLIN RD TO 37TH ST W
(Primary water main valve inspection)
Start: March 10, 10:00 a.m. End: March 10, 2:00 p.m.
ONGOING
20TH ST W WB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 1ST AVE S TO IDYLWYLD DR S
(SL&P work)
Start: March 9, 9:00 a.m. End: June 5, 5:30 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.
University Bridge traffic restrictions: fire beneath damages sanitary sewer line
March 9, 2026 - 11:30am
A small human-caused fire under the University Bridge Sunday afternoon melted and damaged a portion of a sanitary sewer line beneath an archway near Spadina Crescent. The bridge was inspected and no structural damage was found.
All four lanes of traffic on the University bridge are open; however, there is a restriction in the westbound curb lane at the top of the University Bridge to make room for a pump connected to a sanitary sewer bypass line on the north walkway which is closed.
Westbound drivers are reminded to use both lanes and “Zipper Merge” or re-route their commute if possible. Traffic restrictions are likely to remain in place for the rest of the week as repairs continue.
The south pedestrian walkway remains open.
The City of Saskatoon has been working closely with the Saskatchewan Ministry of Environment to comply with regulations, and today crews are on the scene cleaning up frozen wastewater that spilled out of the damaged sanitary sewer line.
Traffic restrictions on the University Bridge will impact transit service for Routes 4, 43, 44, 45, 46 and 16. Riders on these routes during bridge restrictions are encouraged to allow extra time to reach their destinations. Traffic delays from rerouting may affect everyone, so check your route for updates and expect delays. Transit service alerts and real-time bus information are available on third-party apps like Transit and Google Maps Transit on desktop.
University Bridge reduced to two-way traffic in eastbound lanes due to damage from fire
March 9, 2026 - 6:53am
The westbound lanes of the University Bridge are closed following a small fire under the archway at the Spadina Crescent end. Two-way traffic is operating in the eastbound lanes and drivers are asked to avoid the area if possible or expect major delays. Saskatoon Transit will be impacted, and customers can find service alerts and real-time bus information on third-party apps like Transit and Google Maps Transit on desktop.
City crews worked through the night to repair damage to a sewer line and work is ongoing. More information will be available as the situation progresses.
Please obey detour signs and barricades for everyone's safety.
Highway 11 northbound lanes reopen at Circle Drive and Highways 11/16 overpass
March 6, 2026 - 6:34pm
Traffic restrictions are lifted for the northbound lanes on Highway 11 that pass under the Circle Drive overpass that was damaged on March 5. Debris from a collision with the structure was cleared away and safety concerns were addressed today.
Highway 16 eastbound traffic will remain reduced to a single lane until repairs can be arranged and completed. Drivers are encouraged to keep traffic moving by maintaining the posted speed limit when possible.
Thank you for your patience and cooperation following this major traffic closure Thursday evening and Friday.
Daily Road Report - March 9, 2026
March 6, 2026 - 3:00pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
20TH ST W WB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 1ST AVE S TO IDYLWYLD DR S
(SL&P work)
Start: March 9, 9:00 a.m. End: June 5, 5:30 p.m.
ONGOING
No projects are ongoing at this time.
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.
Weekend Road Report - March 7-8, 2026
March 6, 2026 - 2:30pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
KINGSMERE BLVD ROAD CLOSED FROM WHITESHORE CRES TO WOLLASTON CRES
(SaskPower system improvement)
Start: March 7, 8:00 a.m. End: March 8, 6:00 p.m.
PRESTON AVE S SB LANES CLOSED FROM ADELAIDE ST E TO LOUISE ST
(Sewer work)
Start: March 8, 7:00 a.m. End: March 8, 5:00 p.m.
ONGOING
No projects are ongoing at this time.
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.
Highway 11 northbound and Highway 16 eastbound restrictions remain in place following damage to the overpass structure
March 6, 2026 - 10:34am
City of Saskatoon staff and structural engineers attended the site immediately following a collision with the concrete overpass structure at Circle Drive and Highways 11/16 during the evening of March 5 and continue to assess the extent of the damage.
Planning for repairs to the overpass is underway. Due to the complexity and extent of the required work, a repair timeline is not available at this time.
Highway 16 eastbound will remain reduced to a single lane until repairs can be arranged and completed. Work is ongoing to safely remove loose concrete and address immediate safety concerns. Provided the structure is confirmed to be safe, the City anticipates reopening Highway 11 northbound lanes beneath the structure by the end of the day. Drivers are asked to follow all signs and detours in place.
The City will continue to monitor the situation and keep the public informed of any impacts.
Bus service to Blades vs Warriors
March 6, 2026 - 7:00am
- 5:45 p.m.
- 6:25 p.m.
Direct service from the Special Events Stop (23rd Street and 2nd Avenue) to see the Saskatoon Blades take on the Moose Jaw Warriors at SaskTel Centre on Friday, March 6, at 7:00 p.m. is available at the following times:
Post-event drop-off is at the downtown terminal and regular fares apply ($3.00 per trip). Fare can be purchased on your mobile phone using either the TGo or transit app, transfers and passes are also accepted. Typically, buses arrive onsite 30 minutes prior to the end of the event.
Plan your trip to events at SaskTel Centre on Route 333 using the Transit app up to two weeks in advance. Check out the Transit+ feature to help make connections that combine Transit with OnDemand Transit, riide, and Uber. Download the Transit app from the Apple Store or Google Play.
Transit service times for special events at SaskTel Centre and other popular destinations can always be found at SaskatoonTransit.ca/plan-my-trip/popular-destinations. Experience the convenience of using Saskatoon Transit to attend all your favourite events.
Kingsmere Boulevard will be closed between Wakaw and Wollaston Crescents starting on Saturday
March 6, 2026 - 6:00am
Kingsmere Boulevard will be closed between Wakaw and Wollaston Crescents starting Saturday, March 7, at 8:00 a.m. for a SaskPower system improvement. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around the area. 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.
Highway 11 northbound and Highway 16 eastbound re-open with single-lane traffic following damage to the overpass structure
March 5, 2026 - 8:44pm
City crews are in the process of re-opening one lane of traffic on both Highway 11 northbound and Circle Drive eastbound approaching the cloverleaf at Circle Drive and Highways 11/16, following a collision with the concrete structure. Drivers are encouraged to avoid the area as major traffic delays are expected.
Southbound traffic leaving Saskatoon on Highway 11 and Highway 16 westbound remains free-flowing and will not be impacted.
Semi-trucks on Highway 11 northbound approaching Saskatoon are being detoured around the area at Township 360 by way of Range Road 3050.
The City of Saskatoon will continue to monitor the situation and share more information as it becomes available.
Late afternoon, Thursday, March 5, a semi-truck hauling equipment collided with the Circle Drive/Highway 11 & 16 cloverleaf in the city’s southeast. All northbound and eastbound lanes were closed while emergency services attended to the scene. The extent of the damage or cost of repair is unknown currently. No injuries were reported.
Thank you for your patience and cooperation. Please follow all signs and detours in place.