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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.