Intersection 990, Stage 1a Construction
Highway 27 plays a key role in
supporting the growth and development of several central Alberta communities.
As part of the upgrades along Highway 27, Alberta Transportation and
Economic Corridors (TEC) is constructing a dual lane roundabout at the Highway
27/22/584/Range Road 54 (10th Street) intersection.
Construction began in July and the anticipated completion
date for the project is October 30, 2026, weather dependent.
Access to adjacent businesses will be maintained at all
times.
Motorists are reminded to obey posted signage, follow
traffic control measures, and use caution when travelling through the
construction zone.
Work completed or underway to date includes:
- Installation
and maintenance of erosion and sediment control measures.
- Implementation
of traffic accommodation measures to safely move motorists through the
construction area including temporary detour and lightings.
- Removal
and stockpiling of topsoil within the northeast quadrant of the
intersection.
- Hauling
and placement of material to construct the new roadway embankments on the
east and north sides of the intersection.
- Water
diversion work to prepare for construction of the new bridge culvert.
- Streetlight
removals.
Upcoming work includes:
- Continued
hauling and placement of material in the northeast quadrant of the
intersection.
- Ground
preparation in the northwest quadrant for construction of the new bridge
culvert.
- Placement
of granular base course to begin preparing the new roadway along the north
and east roundabout approaches.
- Installation
of streetlighting infrastructure.
- Concrete
work for the new roundabout splitter islands.
- Removal
of Town picnic tables and signage in the southeast quadrant of the
intersection.
Public Inquiries
For questions or comments regarding the project or ongoing
construction activities, please email info@hwy27.ca