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City road maintenance operations will shift with weather changes through weekend
January 21, 2022 - 9:23am
The City recommends using caution on streets and sidewalks this weekend, with ongoing snow, fluctuating temperatures and the possibility of rain in the forecast. City crews will be monitoring road conditions and responding to ice and snow as best as they can along priority streets and busy intersections to keep Saskatoon's busiest streets clear.
City crews did an excellent job keeping Circle Drive from freezing overnight as rain, snow and ice pellets fell in Saskatoon. The salt kept the road wet, and the mild temperatures and sunny sky helped dry it out this afternoon before temperatures drop tonight. Salt and sand are being applied on all priority streets, busy intersections, and bridge walkways today, as required.
Up to five centimetres of snow is expected to accumulate over the weekend, which could require a snow event declaration that would call in contractor graders to help the City grade all priority streets quickly.
With higher-than-average snowfalls so far this winter, the snow piles are getting big along all priority streets. Removal of these piles is ongoing; however, it will be interrupted by these weather changes, as staff are reassigned to ensure driving lanes on priority streets are in good condition.
Reminder for people on residential streets where grading did not occur this winter: residential streets will only be graded just prior to the spring melt, if the snowpack on streets is 15 centimetres thick. This would help prevent deep ruts as the snow softens. The graded snow would be stored in piles in the parking lane and would not be removed.
Learn more about winter road maintenance at saskatoon.ca/snow.
Daily Road Report - January 24, 2022
January 21, 2022 - 3:00pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
WARMAN RD NB & SB CURB LANES CLOSED AT 7TH AVE N
(SaskTel cable pull)
Start: January 24, 9:00 a.m. End: January 26, 3:00 p.m.
ONGOING
No projects are ongoing on Priority 1 streets as of this date.
All restrictions will be lifted as indicated, weather permitting and barring any unforeseen circumstances.
For more information about current road restrictions and construction, visit saskatoon.ca/construction.
Weekend Road Report - January 22-23, 2022
January 21, 2022 - 2:30pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
ATTRIDGE DR EB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM CIRCLE DR E TO CENTRAL AVE
(Transmission line install)
Start: January 22, 9:00 a.m. End: January 22, 12:00 p.m.
PRESTON AVE N NB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM INNOVATION BLVD TO RESEARCH DR
(Material unloading)
Start: January 22, 11:00 a.m. End: January 22, 3:00 p.m.
ONGOING
No projects are ongoing on Priority 1 streets as of this date.
All restrictions will be lifted as indicated, weather permitting and barring any unforeseen circumstances.
For more information about current road restrictions and construction, visit saskatoon.ca/construction.
City snow crews continue to de-ice, drivers and pedestrians cautioned
January 21, 2022 - 1:12am
Saskatoon experienced freezing rain and a light snowfall overnight, creating icy conditions on Saskatoon’s streets and sidewalks. Streets and sidewalks throughout the city became ice-covered from the freezing rain last night and this will make for challenging driving and walking this morning.
Snow crews worked continuously overnight with de-icing operations. Circle Drive is wet and slushy with some slippery spots. 18 sanders worked all night, applying de-icing materials on Saskatoon’s streets with a focus on Circle Drive, bridge decks and intersections along busy streets. Sanders will continue working day and night focusing on high speed and high traffic streets, intersections and bridge decks.
Drivers should adjust their driving for this morning’s road conditions, slow down and use extra caution, leave extra room between cars, and watch for blue and yellow flashing lights on the City’s road equipment.
Learn about winter road maintenance at saskatoon.ca/snow.
Freezing rain warning issued: City road crews ready
January 20, 2022 - 12:12pm
Environment Canada has issued a freezing rain warning for Saskatoon. Freezing rain is expected to end later this evening and turn into snow combined with heavy winds toward the morning.
Freezing rain and blowing are anticipated to cause slippery conditions and visibility issues on Saskatoon streets overnight and into Friday morning. Drivers and pedestrians are urged to use caution on the streets and sidewalks. Morning commuters may want to leave early.
18 sanders will be spreading de-icing materials on Circle Drive, freeways, high traffic streets, bridge decks and intersections overnight. Please watch for their blue and amber flashing lights and leave room for road equipment to do their work.
Learn about winter road maintenance at saskatoon.ca/snow.