Major Construction Project Starting Soon at Busy Yarmouth Intersection

Wednesday, April 24th, 2024 - Yarmouth, N.S. – An underground infrastructure project will get underway soon at the intersection of Main and Vancouver Streets in Yarmouth. Announced last year, the project involves excavation of the intersection to replace critical infrastructure that has reached the end of its life. Work includes full underground replacement of water and wastewater lines, an upgrade to audible pedestrian controllers, traffic lights upgrade, and a road rebuild.

The intersection is one of Yarmouth’s busiest and includes the primary route to the Yarmouth Regional Hospital. Emergency vehicles (EHS/ambulance) will still have access through the area, but traffic delays will occur because of detours and lane closures.

Here are some key facts:

  • Construction is planned to begin the week of May 6th, and run until September. The timeline depends upon the weather, as well as unknowns during excavation.
  • The area for excavation is the full intersection, extending slightly north and south on Main Street, just beyond the bridge on Vancouver Street, and the bottom portion of Chestnut Street. Work will be done in phases, and will be completed by Aberdeen Construction.
  • The contractor will maintain access through the area for emergency vehicles. They will keep close communications with EHS (ambulance), fire, and police, and advise them of detours and changes that affect lanes to the hospital.
  • Traffic delays and detours are unavoidable with this type of work. Anyone travelling to the hospital for work or services should plan ahead, consider alternate routes, and closely monitor updates from the Town of Yarmouth.

Stay Informed

The town will use its social media platforms (Facebook and Twitter/X), along with its community notifications service “Alertable” and website, to communicate regular updates, particularly those related to traffic detours. The town will also send major updates to local media (e.g. CJLS Radio).

For more project information, including a detailed set of frequently asked questions, please visit: https://getinvolvedyarmouth.ca/

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