Major Infrastructure Upgrades: Main & Vancouver Street

A major infrastructure project is currently being designed that will see several much-needed upgrades at the intersection of Main Street and Vancouver Street in Yarmouth. The town has made it a priority in recent years to replace aging water and wastewater infrastructure. In 2020, a major project saw the replacement of water and sewer lines on a section of Main Street, and the entirety of Glebe Street. In 2021, the town excavated Parade Street between First Street and Pleasant Street to replace water lines and install separate waste and storm sewer lines. The next major project of this nature will happen where Main Street meets Vancouver Street, one of Yarmouth’s most vital intersections.

The underground pipes at this intersection are critical, and include a main water line that supplies the hospital. A great deal of patchwork has been completed in this area over the years to keep these lines open and flowing, but patchwork is no longer an option. This infrastructure is at end of life and must be replaced.

Vital Communications & Relationships

The Town of Yarmouth and all contractors involved in this project recognize the significance of this busy intersection, as it serves as the main access point to the Yarmouth Regional Hospital. Despite the inevitable traffic disruptions and detours, the Town of Yarmouth and all contractors involved in this project will do its utmost to provide continuous access to emergency services. As with previous projects of this nature, Town of Yarmouth staff will work closely with the contractor to develop relationships with all key stakeholders in the immediate area who may be affected. A comprehensive communications plan has been developed to keep the public informed of disruptions and detours.

Project Scope & Timeline

Work to be completed will include full underground replacement of water and wastewater lines, an upgrade to audible pedestrian controllers, traffic lights upgrade, and a road rebuild.

The work is being completed by Aberdeen Construction. 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.

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).

Find us on Facebook: facebook.com/TownofYarmouth
Follow us on Twitter/X: twitter.com/TownOfYarmouth
Receive updates in real-time from our Alertable notifications service: townofyarmouth.ca/alertable.html
Website: townofyarmouth.ca