City of Calgary Announces Road Maintenance on Crowchild Trail N.W. Starting June 3
As part of the Annual Paving Program, The City of Calgary will begin road maintenance on Crowchild Trail N.W., from Stoney Trail N.W. to 32 Ave N.W. This construction work is essential to ensure the safety and longevity of our roads and sidewalks, helping to prevent more costly and disruptive reconstruction in the future. This year's scope of work includes asphalt roadway repair and replacement, as well as localized concrete repair and replacement of sidewalks, wheelchair ramps, curbs, barriers, and gutters.
Construction will start on June 3, 2024, with an expected completion date in mid-September 2024, weather permitting.
The project cost is $7.3 million, which is part of the $40 million Annual Paving Program budget for 2024. It’s important to note that this project will not only improve pavement quality on Crowchild Trail N.W. but also replace sidewalks and wheelchair ramps to improve safety and accessibility for pedestrians and other users.
The following construction schedule is planned for the Crowchild Trail N.W. corridor:
June – July
· Milling and paving Westbound and Eastbound lanes of Crowchild Tr N.W. from Brisebois Drive N.W. to Stoney Tr N.W.
· Concrete rehabilitation of on and off ramps along Crowchild Tr N.W.
· Concrete barrier replacement along Crowchild Tr N.W. C-Train line from Brentwood Station to Northland Drive N.W.
· Stormwater drainage upgrades, concrete replacement, and milling and paving of Westbound and Eastbound lanes of Crowchild Tr N.W. at Shaganappi Trail overpass
July 5 – July 14
· Construction shutdown during Calgary Stampede
July – September
· Concrete rehabilitation followed by top lift paving on Westbound and Eastbound lanes of Crowchild Tr N.W. from Brisebois Drive N.W. to Stoney Tr N.W.
· Milling and paving of on and off ramps along Crowchild Tr N.W. from Brisebois Drive N.W. to Stoney Tr N.W.
· Milling and paving intersection of Crowchild Tr N.W. and 5 Ave N.W.
· Milling and paving Westbound and Eastbound ramps at Crowchild Tr N.W. and 32 Ave N.W.
· Continue milling and paving Westbound and Eastbound lanes of Crowchild Tr N.W. at Shaganappi Trail overpass
The City is working to minimize disruption throughout construction.
Important notice
· During construction, one to two lanes in each direction will always remain open and functional. Most work will take place during off-peak hours.
· Concrete replacement will take place during the daytime from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on both weekdays and weekends.
· Milling and paving will be conducted from 9 p.m. to 5 a.m. on weekdays and from 9 p.m. to 8 a.m. on weekends.
· Ramp replacements will occur during nighttime hours between 9 p.m. and 5 a.m.
· There will be a 10-day construction break from July 5 to July 14, when all lanes will be open so Calgarians can use Crowchild Trail N.W. during the Calgary Stampede.
We know that construction can be disruptive and make travel through the area more challenging. When traveling, Calgarians should plan for and expect delays and traffic congestion due to reduced lanes, lower speed limits and detours. Commuters are advised to allow extra travel time and use alternate routes and modes of transportation or carpool when possible. Pedestrians and cyclists should be aware of local detours, as pedestrian ramps will be removed and replaced. C-Train operations will not be impacted. Transit services along the corridor may be impacted by ramp closures, and more information can be found at calgarytransit.com.
We actively monitor the impact of construction activities on traffic and make every effort to minimize disruptions to your commute by coordinating work between projects. For up-to-date information on road closures and detours visit calgary.ca/trafficinfo.
This work is part of nearly 400 lane kilometres of roadway being rehabilitated this year as part of The City of Calgary’s Annual Paving Program, which runs from May through October and focuses on maintaining and improving the city’s infrastructure through various projects. This program emphasizes pavement rehabilitation on some of Calgary's busiest routes
For regular updates on the Annual Paving Program, including anticipated start and end timelines of the construction projects, visit calgary.ca/paving.
The City of Calgary appreciates your cooperation and understanding as we work to enhance our infrastructure and ensure the safety and reliability of our roadways.
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