Welcome to the project page for the Uplands Sewer Separation project in the Humber Catchment. This page provide project information and updates on the progress of the project.
Where we are today
Ripon Road | Norfolk Road | Humber Road |
The Installation of the storm drain, lot services, and catch basins are competed. | The Installation of the storm drain, lot services, and catch basins are competed. | The installation of the storm main on Humber Road is complete. Services connections to follow. |
Exeter Road | Midland Road | |
The installation of the water main between Beach Drive and Lansdowne Road is 75% complete. Service connections to follow. | The installation of storm main on Midland Road continues. |
Upcoming Work
March 2025
Norfolk Road | Humber Road | Beach Drive |
Start installation of water main on Norfolk Road. Anticipated completion, April 25, 2025. | Installation of storm drain services on Humber Road, followed by clean up and surface restoration. Anticipated completion of Humber Road, May 2025. | Start installation of storm drain on Beach Drive between Humber Road and Ripon Road. Anticipated completion, March 31, 2025. |
Exeter Road | Midland Road | |
Installation of the water main on Exeter Road continues, followed by water services. Anticipated completion, March 25, 2025. Next, storm main construction. | Installation of storm main on Midland Road, followed by storm services. Anticipated completion, April 25, 2025. |
*The anticipated completion dates above are based on the Contractor’s current schedule, and are subject to change due to weather, delays, or changes within other areas of the project.
Construction Impacts
All work will be within the road right-of-way. Typical hours of work expected are from Monday to Friday between 7:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.
- Traffic control services and signage will be implemented to assist residents, pedestrians, cyclists, and local traffic to homes and businesses. Traffic control is in place for the safety of everyone and is to be obeyed.
- Local access will be maintained throughout the project.
- Single lane alternating traffic is expected, but full road closures can also be expected.
- Delays along Midland Road with traffic detoured using Beach Drive and Lansdowne Road.
- The gravel area at Cattle Point will be closed to the public.
There is potential for driveways to be inaccessible for short periods of time.The contractor will notify residents in advance and will accommodate any special access requirements.Waste collection services, recycling, Canada Post and other delivery / pickup services will not be disrupted.BC Transit stops have the potential to be relocated or closed, please refer to the BC Transit website for updates.
Residents can expect an increase in noise, dust, street parking, and the movement of construction vehicles.The breaking of bedrock for the installation of the storm and water main is necessary, and residents should be aware that the removal will take time and will generate noise.
Disturbance to water or sewer services is not expected. Residents will be notified a minimum of 24 hours before any planned disruptions.