A number of major road construction projects are planned for Grey County this season.
Grey County will soon begin road improvement projects across the region including some projects that will require road closures or traffic delays.
You should give yourself extra time in case of construction. You can plan your route in advance by going online to roads.grey.ca.
The largest project is a $5.4 million reconstruction of Grey Road 40 from Veterans road North to Grey Road 12. Construction started yesterday, and the project will involve road closures, and a signed detour route will be posted.
Other construction projects include Grey Road 4 in Durham starting May 14, and Grey Road 9 in Dundalk starting May 28.
Grey Road 13: July 29 to August 30 Pulverize and pave 3.5 km from Grey Road 4 to the north limits of Eugenia. The project includes one culvert replacement, guide rail replacements and 1.25-metre paved shoulders in the rural portion. Total budget: $1.2 million.
Holstein Bridge: July 8 to October 18 Full replacement of the bridge in Holstein. The project includes 0.5-metre paved shoulders and enhanced railings to keep the heritage appeal. Total budget: $2.1 million. The bridge will be closed during construction with a detour posted on Southgate Sideroad 41. The dam will be used as a pedestrian crossing.
Grey Road 9 (Main Street West Dundalk): May 28 to November 15 This project is in partnership with the Township of Southgate. Work includes resurfacing, intersection improvements, 1.25-metre paved shoulders, stormwater management, curbs and sidewalks and more. County budget: $3.9 million.
Grey Road 4 (Durham): May 14 to August 16 This project is in partnership with West Grey. Work includes resurfacing from Chester Street to Garafraxa Street, storm sewers, curbs, sidewalks and more. County budget: $1 million.
Grey Road 4 (Hanover) New Traffic Signal: Completed by September 2019 A new traffic signal will be installed in Hanover at the intersection of Grey Road 4 and 18th Avenue, near the new high school, including crosswalk signals. Total budget: $350,000.
Grey Road 5 (Owen Sound) Intersection Improvements: Late Summer/Early Fall Improvements to the intersection at 16th Street East and 9th Avenue East in Owen Sound. A new left-hand turning lane will be added for southbound traffic.
