Road work to begin next month in Grafton
Road Construction by Ray Donnelly Free Use Domain Unsplash.
Northumberland County road crews will be in Grafton from early August to October, performing upgrades along County Road 2. Construction will start around the Haldimand Community Memorial Arena to 150 metres east of Lyle Street South, including Lyle Street South intersection north for 200 metres.
Project improvements include:
Relocating the existing pedestrian crossover at Old Danforth Road to the east side of the intersection, complete with overhead and advanced signage, flashing beacons and stop bars.
Installing a new pedestrian crossover at the Haldimand Community Memorial Arena with overhead and advance signage, flashing beacons and stop bars.
Constructing new sidewalk along Old Danforth Road in front of local businesses, including the re-configuration of on-street parking from County Road 2 to approximately 60m south of County Road 2.
Replacing sections of the existing storm sewer infrastructure.
Removing and replacing the full-depth asphalt roadway.
Completing minor curb and gutter replacements.
Applying new pavement markings upon completion of construction.
"The Grafton urban road reconstruction project is an investment in the safety and long-term livability of the community," states Peter Deshane, Associate Director of Engineering. "By coordinating roadway rehabilitation with pedestrian safety improvements and infrastructure upgrades, we're able to deliver lasting benefits for residents, businesses and visitors while making the most of this construction window."
To minimize impacts on the travelling public, at least one lane of traffic will remain open throughout construction hours, with two lanes reopened outside of working hours whenever possible. Motorists should expect temporary lane closures, reduced speeds and periodic delays while work is underway.
