The City of Timmins is expediting Connecting Link construction by completing two separate Connecting Link segments in 2023.
In Segment 2 of the Connecting Link, work will be completed west of the Shirley St. intersection to Government Rd. In addition to stripping existing pavement, grading and compacting the base, and re-applying a fresh layer of asphalt, work will include installation of a cement sidewalk between Shirley St. and the Government Rd. intersection. This segment requires less infrastructure rehabilitation and excavation, so work is expected to move quickly.
Traffic will be reduced to one lane in each direction for the duration of work. All access points and entries to roads and businesses along Riverside Dr. will be maintained throughout construction.
The first stage of construction will concentrate on the middle three lanes, including the dedicated left turn lane, with traffic moving to the outside curb lanes. Motorists can expect some delays and traffic congestion, but no lengthy road closures. Commercial vehicle trucks will still use the Shirley St. turn to connect with the standard truck detour along Laforest Rd. Some pavement milling in the outside curb lanes will be carried out to smooth entry points into adjacent roads and business entries.
There are no anticipated changes to Timmins Transit stops and route service. It is advised to use the Timmins Transit Tracker to track your bus in real time, as delays may occur.