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
Midland Road: The installation of streetlight conduits and bases is complete.
Ripon & Norfolk Road: The Installation of the water main is complete, while installation of streetlight conduits and bases are underway. Oak Bay Public Works are on-site connecting service lines to properties.
Exeter Road: Installation of the storm main and drain laterals is ongoing.
Beach Drive: Installation of storm drain laterals, catch basins, streetlight bases, and conduits is underway.
Upcoming Work
| Exeter Road | Ripon and Norfolk Road |
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| Beach Drive | Humber Outfall |
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*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.
Ripon Road Temporary Stockpile
April 30, 2025 -- A new temporary soil stockpile location is needed to accommodate archaeological screening of soils identified along Beach Drive. The Ripon Road cul-de-sac has been identified as a preferred location, approved by the province.
This stockpile is expected to be in place, starting May 1, for six to eight weeks (dependent on finds). Measures will be taken by the contractor to limit environmental impacts including dust and runoff.
- Access will be maintained for local resident traffic, driveway access only.
- Access to the Yacht Club will not be impacted.
We thank you for your understanding with this needed location during the project.
Construction Impacts
As part of the Uplands Sewer Separation & Watermain Replacement project, we will be performing storm drain work within both lanes on Beach Drive between Lansdowne Road and Ripon Road.
During this work Beach Drive between Lansdowne Road and Ripon Road will be closed to non-local traffic between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.
Location:
- Beach Drive between Lansdowne Road and Ripon Road.
Closure Dates and Times
- Starting September 2, 2025, to September 16, 2025.
- Hour of work – Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
- Beach Drive will be open to traffic during non-working hours.
Traffic Impacts
- Beach Drive will be open to local traffic only.
- Access to private driveways will be maintained. There may be short durations of time where driveways will be inaccessible.
- Waste collection services, recycling, Canada Post and other delivery/pickup services will not be disrupted.
- Pedestrian and Cyclist will have access though the site using the sidewalk.
- Non-local traffic will be detoured using Lansdowne Road.
- BC Transit stops may be relocated or closed, please refer to the BC Transit website for updates: www.bctransit.com
