Traffic delays in Redcliff expected with major road resurfacing project underway

Southern Alberta Newspapers Graphic Submitted CONSTRUCTION: Road work began Sept. 2 to resurface Broadway Avenue in Redcliff and build a new sidewalk along Sixth Avenue. Delays to traffic and temporary accesses to residences and businesses are expected during the work scheduled to be complete by Sept. 18.

Southern Alberta Newspapers

Following the Labour Day long weekend a large road resurfacing and sidewalk construction project began on Broadway Avenue in Redcliff, expected to impact traffic for more than two weeks.

Crews began work Sept. 2 removing the asphalt on Broadway Avenue from Mitchell Street to Main Street to prepare the road for resurfacing. Additionally, work began on the construction of a new sidewalk along Sixth Avenue from Second Street to Fourth Street.

Town officials expected flagged traffic, temporary road closures and detours during the work which is expected to wrap up Sept. 18.

At times, access and parking in front of residences and businesses will be restricted for a short period.

Officials are asking motorists to continuie to obey all traffic flaggers and signs for alternate routes during the closure. Work may be delayed by rain or poor weather.

Residents are encouraged to ask questions and share concerns by contacting Vahid Ayan, director of planning and engineering, by calling 403-548-9267, or email vahid.ayan@redcliff.ca.