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Spadina Crescent closed between 3rd Avenue and 20th Street starting Monday
July 8, 2022 - 5:00am
Spadina Crescent will be closed between 3rd Avenue and 20th Street starting Monday, July 11, at 8:00 a.m. for the Taste of Saskatchewan event. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around the event site. This event is expected to take one week to complete, weather permitting and barring any unforeseen circumstances.
Saskatoon Transit may be affected by these detours. Transit service alerts and real-time bus information are available on third-party apps like Transit and Google Maps Transit on desktop.
For more information about current road restrictions and construction, visit saskatoon.ca/construction.
1st Avenue intersection closed at Queen Street starting Sunday
July 8, 2022 - 10:00am
The intersection at 1st Avenue and Queen Street will be closed starting Sunday, July 10, at 8:00 a.m. for hydrant valve repair work. Queen Street will be closed between 1st and 2nd avenues during this project. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around the work zone. This project is expected to take two days to complete, weather permitting and barring any unforeseen circumstances.
Saskatoon Transit may be affected by these detours. Transit service alerts and real-time bus information are available on third-party apps like Transit and Google Maps Transit on desktop.
For more information about current road restrictions and construction, visit saskatoon.ca/construction.
1st Avenue closed between 22nd and 23rd streets on Sunday
July 8, 2022 - 9:00am
1st Avenue will be closed between 22nd and 23rd streets on Sunday, July 10, at 7:00 a.m. for roadway patching work. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around the work zone. This project is expected to take eight hours to complete, weather permitting and barring any unforeseen circumstances.
Saskatoon Transit may be affected by these detours. Transit service alerts and real-time bus information are available on third-party apps like Transit and Google Maps Transit on desktop.
For more information about current road restrictions and construction, visit saskatoon.ca/construction.
College Drive westbound ramp to McKercher Drive southbound closed on Sunday
July 8, 2022 - 8:00am
The College Drive westbound ramp to McKercher Drive southbound will be closed on Sunday, July 10 at 6:00 a.m. for light pole replacement work. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around this work. This project is expected to take 6 hours to complete, barring unforeseen circumstances or weather delays.
Saskatoon Transit may be affected by these detours. Transit service alerts and real-time bus information are available on third-party apps like Transit and Google Maps Transit on desktop.
For more information about current road restrictions and construction, visit saskatoon.ca/construction.
33rd Street closed between Avenue B and Avenue C starting Saturday
July 8, 2022 - 7:00am
33rd Street will be closed between Avenue B and Avenue C starting Saturday, July 9, at 8:00 a.m. for water and sewer connection repair work. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around this detour. This project is expected to take two days to complete, barring any unforeseen circumstances or weather delays.
Saskatoon Transit may be affected by these detours. Transit service alerts and real-time bus information are available on third-party apps like Transit and Google Maps Transit on desktop.
For more information about current road restrictions and construction, visit saskatoon.ca/construction.
Water safety on the South Saskatchewan River
July 8, 2022 - 6:00am
- Be informed of changing water currents. Check with the Water Security Agency for river advisories.
- Plan your route and scout potential hazards or obstacles, including shallow areas and sandbars.
- Check weather conditions.
- Inspect your watercraft for safety preparedness.
- Operate your craft at a safe speed.
- Maintain a respectful distance from other river users.
- Do not operate a craft while under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
- Ensure your craft is equipped with appropriate markers and lighting.
- Care for the environment by properly launching, fuelling, starting, and loading your craft.
- Call 911 immediately to report the incident, noting details about the individual, time, and situation.
- Keep track of recognizable landmarks around the area where the individual was first seen in distress in the water.
- Coach the individual from the shore edge on the below noted tips for water self-rescue.
- Stay calm.
- Keep your head above the water.
- Remove any heavy or bulky clothing items.
- Don’t fight the current; move with the current as you work your way to the shore edge.
With the arrival of summer weather, the Saskatoon Fire Department (SFD) is advising the public to exercise increased caution in and around the South Saskatchewan River. Recreation on the river can be fun and relaxing, but safety should be top of mind when residents approach the water.
Know before you go
Evaluate weather, equipment and water conditions from the shore before approaching the river:
Be respectful when operating watercrafts
Operating watercraft on the South Saskatchewan River is permitted where posted and requires proof of competency. When launching a pleasure craft or boating on the river, operators should be familiar with boating regulations and follow the Transport Canada Safe Boating Guide. Watercraft operators are required to have a lifejacket or personal flotation device (PFD) on board for each person on a watercraft; this includes both human- and motor-powered crafts.
River users should maintain proper river etiquette, and be considerate of others on the waterway:
Swimming is prohibited in the South Saskatchewan River
Bylaw No. 4433 prohibits swimming in the South Saskatchewan River within city limits. Wading or walking through the water is permitted unless otherwise posted. Protective footwear is recommended when walking along the river’s shore or sandbar to avoid cuts and abrasions from sharp rocks or other hazards.
View weir from a safe distance
The South Saskatchewan River is equipped with a weir to alter the flow and discharge of water along the river. This barrier produces a powerful backwash of water that is capable of trapping objects and people. The weir must never be approached and should only be viewed from a safe distance.
Water rescue tips
If you witness someone in distress in the river:
In the event that you are in distress in the river:
Always be cautious near larger bodies of water. In an emergency, call 911 immediately.
For additional information, visit saskatoon.ca/watersafety.
Daily Road Report, July 8, 2022
July 7, 2022 - 3:00pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
NELSON RD ROAD CLOSED FROM HEATH AVE TO HEAL AVE
(Crane setup)
Start: July 8, 6:00 a.m. End: July 8, 2:00 p.m.
33RD ST E EB LEFT TURN LANE CLOSED AT WARMAN RD
(Construction)
Start: July 8, 9:00 a.m. End: July 9, 5:00 p.m.
WARMAN RD NB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM LAURISTON ST TO 34TH ST E
(Intersection improvements)
Start: July 8, 9:00 a.m. End: July 9, 5:00 p.m.
ONGOING
MCKERCHER DR NB LANES CLOSED FROM TAIT CRES TO PARKDALE RD
(Hydrant replacement)
Start: July 7, 8:00 a.m. End: July 8, 4:30 p.m.
IDYLWYLD DR N NB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 51ST ST E TO MARQUIS DR E
(Roadway resurfacing)
Closures will be set each night and removed the following morning.
Start: July 6, 6:30 p.m. End: July 9, 7:00 a.m.
2ND AVE ROAD CLOSED FROM 20TH ST E TO 23RD ST E
(Downtown Sidewalk Sale)
Intersection at 2nd Avenue and 22nd Street will remain open
Start: July 7, 5:30 a.m. End: July 9, 7:00 p.m.
21ST ST E FULL CLOSURE FROM 1ST AVE S TO 2ND AVE S
(Downtown Sidewalk Sale)
Start: July 7, 5:30 a.m. End: July 9, 7:00 p.m.
CIRCLE DR E EB & WB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED FROM QUEBEC AVE TO VENTURE CRES
(Concrete replacement)
Start: July 5, 7:00 a.m. End: July 10, 5:00 p.m.
CLARENCE AVE S INTERSECTION CLOSED AT BUTE ST
(Construction)
Start: June 23, 7:00 a.m. End: July 11, 5:00 p.m.
1ST AVE N NB PARKING LANE & SIDEWALK CLOSED FROM 23RD ST E TO 24TH ST E
(Cable work)
Start: July 4, 8:00 a.m. End: July 13, 4:30 p.m.
WARMAN RD SB CURB LANE CLOSED AT 33RD ST E
(Intersection improvements)
Start: June 23, 7:00 a.m. End: July 14, 5:00 p.m.
33RD ST E WB CURB LANE CLOSED AT WARMAN RD
(Intersection improvements)
Start: June 23, 7:00 a.m. End: July 14, 5:00 p.m.
ATTRIDGE DR EB & WB MEDAIN LANES CLOSED AT CIRCLE DR E
(Overpass rehabilitation)
Start: July 5, 8:00 p.m. End: July 16, 7:30 p.m.
DUNDONALD AVE SB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 11TH ST W TO CAEN ST
(Drainage improvements)
Start: June 28, 7:00 a.m. End: July 25, 4:30 p.m.
3RD AVE N ROAD CLOSED FROM 25TH ST TO QUEEN ST
(Water main repair)
Start: June 14, 7:00 a.m. End: July 29, 5:00 p.m.
MCORMOND DR ROAD CLOSED AT BRIGHTON BLVD
(New road construction)
Start: June 29, 7:00 a.m. End: August 8, 5:00 p.m.
RUTH ST E INTERSECTION CLOSED AT CAIRNS AVE
(Water main replacement)
Start: June 29, 7:00 a.m. End: August 22, 5:00 p.m.
All restrictions will be lifted as indicated, weather permitting and barring any unforeseen circumstances.
Nelson Road closed between Heal and Heath avenues on Friday
June 27, 2022 - 8:14am
Nelson Road will be closed between Heal and Heath avenues on Friday, July 8, at 6:00 a.m. for material loading work. Detours will be in place guiding motorists around this work. This project is expected to take eight hours to complete, barring any unforeseen circumstances or weather delays.
Saskatoon Transit may be affected by these detours. Transit service alerts and real-time bus information are available on third-party apps like Transit and Google Maps Transit on desktop.
For more information about current road restrictions and construction, visit saskatoon.ca/construction.
Daily Road Report, July 7, 2022
July 6, 2022 - 3:00pm
*This report includes road restrictions on Priority 1 (high traffic, high speed) streets only.
NEW
2ND AVE ROAD CLOSED FROM 20TH ST E TO 23RD ST E
(Downtown Sidewalk Sale)
Intersection at 2nd Avenue and 22nd Street will remain open
Start: July 7, 5:30 a.m. End: July 9, 7:00 p.m.
MCKERCHER DR NB LANES CLOSED FROM TAIT CRES TO PARKDALE RD
(HYDRANT REPLACEMENT)
Start: July 7, 8:00 a.m. End: July 8, 4:30 p.m.
MCKERCHER DR NB & SB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED AT COLLEGE DR
(Deck testing)
Start: July 7, 9:00 a.m. End: July 7, 12:00 p.m.
22ND ST W WB MEDIAN & EB CURB LANES CLOSED FROM WITNEY AVE N TO CIRCLE DR W
(Streetlight repair)
Start: July 7, 9:00 a.m. End: July 7, 3:00 p.m.
OVERNIGHT
CIRCLE DR E WB CURB LANE AND EB MEDIAN LANE CLOSED FROM PRESTON AVE N TO SPADINA CRES E
(Bridge washing)
Start: July 6, 8:00 p.m. End: July 7, 6:00 a.m.
CIRCLE DR E NB & SB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED AT ATTRIDGE DR
(Overpass rehabilitation)
Start: July 6, 7:00 p.m. End: July 7, 7:00 a.m.
IDYLWYLD DR N NB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 51ST ST E TO MARQUIS DR E
(Roadway resurfacing)
Closures will be set each night and removed the following morning.
Start: July 6, 6:30 p.m. End: July 9, 7:00 a.m.
ONGOING
7TH AVE N ROAD CLOSED FROM PRINCESS ST TO DUKE ST
(Connection replacement)
Start: July 6, 8:00 a.m. End: July 7, 5:00 p.m.
CIRCLE DR E EB & WB MEDIAN LANES CLOSED FROM QUEBEC AVE TO VENTURE CRES
(Concrete replacement)
Start: July 5, 7:00 a.m. End: July 10, 5:00 p.m.
CLARENCE AVE S INTERSECTION CLOSED AT BUTE ST
(Construction)
Start: June 23, 7:00 a.m. End: July 11, 5:00 p.m.
1ST AVE N NB PARKING LANE & SIDEWALK CLOSED FROM 23RD ST E TO 24TH ST E
(CABLE WORK)
Start: July 4, 8:00 a.m. End: July 13, 4:30 p.m.
WARMAN RD SB CURB LANE CLOSED AT 33RD ST E
(Intersection improvements)
Start: June 23, 7:00 a.m. End: July 14, 5:00 p.m.
33RD ST E WB CURB LANE CLOSED AT WARMAN RD
(Intersection improvements)
Start: June 23, 7:00 a.m. End: July 14, 5:00 p.m.
ATTRIDGE DR EB & WB MEDAIN LANES CLOSED AT CIRCLE DR E
(Overpass rehabilitation)
Start: July 5, 8:00 p.m. End: July 16, 7:30 p.m.
DUNDONALD AVE SB CURB LANE CLOSED FROM 11TH ST W TO CAEN ST
(Drainage improvements)
Start: June 28, 7:00 a.m. End: July 25, 4:30 p.m.
3RD AVE N ROAD CLOSED FROM 25TH ST TO QUEEN ST
(Water main repair)
Start: June 14, 7:00 a.m. End: July 29, 5:00 p.m.
MCORMOND DR ROAD CLOSED AT BRIGHTON BLVD
(New road construction)
Start: June 29, 7:00 a.m. End: August 8, 5:00 p.m.
RUTH ST E INTERSECTION CLOSED AT CAIRNS AVE
(Water main replacement)
Start: June 29, 7:00 a.m. End: August 22, 5:00 p.m.
All restrictions will be lifted as indicated, weather permitting and barring any unforeseen circumstances.
Hydrant collision causes flood, washout & water outage: City reminds drivers to obey barricades, avoid flooded streets
July 6, 2022 - 5:20am
City crews will continue to work on an emergency water main break at 60th Street and Millar Avenue, which appears to have been caused by a vehicle colliding with a fire hydrant Tuesday afternoon, July 5, 2022.
“When the hydrant was sheared off, it caused significant flooding at the intersection which undermined the roadway and water pipes,” says Pam Hamoline, Interim Director of Saskatoon Water. “Once we can excavate the road surface and get down to the pipe, we will know more about whether the water main was also damaged from the collision.”
The break and flood, which happened shortly after 2 p.m. on Tuesday, caused a water outage for the Provincial Correctional Centre and several businesses near the intersection. City staff worked quickly to provide an emergency water supply to the Correctional Centre and had water service restored around 8 p.m that night. Currently, those addresses are under a Drinking Water Advisory.
Several vehicles were captured on video shared from passersby on social media driving through the flooded area and one car became stuck in the cratered roadway.
Hamoline also reminds drivers to respect work zones: obey all barricades and do not drive around them. Overnight, another truck ignored barriers and became stuck in the washout crater. Fortunately, there was no spill of fuel or other environmental concerns.
“We can’t stress enough that when people see a roadway flooded out, they should not drive through,” Hamoline says. “There may be, and quite often there are, hazards and unsafe conditions they cannot see – as was the case with this incident. Barriers are there to keep everyone safe – residents and workers -- to avoid injuries, further costly damage to property and City infrastructure.”
As crews continue repair work the intersection will remain closed and a detour will be in place.
More info at Respect Work Zones.