Engineering is responsible for various construction projects throughout the Township.
Workers are out repairing and improving our roadways and need your cooperation to ensure they make it home safely to their families each day.
Drivers are asked to follow these steps to make our roadways safe for everyone:
- Obey road closure signs and follow posted detour routes
- Road closures are applicable to vehicles, pedestrians and cyclists
- Obey the signs and flag persons
- Slow down in construction zones - drive at the posted reduced speed limit
- Pay attention - don't text or look at your phone
- Keep a safe distance between you and the vehicle in front of you - sudden stops are common in construction zones
For questions regarding Region of Waterloo closures, please visit their construction project page for more information.
Glasgow Street South Bridge - Closure |
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The Glasgow St. S. Bridge has been closed by the Township of Woolwich due to safety concerns. An assessment has been completed by an engineer and the Township is in the process of obtaining quotes for the repairs necessary to re-open the bridge. Unfortunately, at this time the Township is unable to provide a timeframe for the re-opening until a contractor is retained and a schedule has been established. Notice will be provided once a schedule is known. |
Peel St Bridge Environmental Assessment |
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The Township of Woolwich is currently undertaking a Municipal Class Environmental Assessment (EA) for the study of the Peel St. Bridge, known as Structure 270148 Public Consultation/Open House - May 16th, 2018 - 5:00p.m. to 7:00p.m.The Township of Woolwich, through their consultant GM BluePlan Engineering, is undertaking a Municipal Class Environmental Assessment (EA) Study for the Peel Street Bridge, approximately 600 metres west of Katherine Street in the settlement of Winterbourne. The purpose of the study is to determine the most feasible solution to address the short and long term needs of the bridge. An important part of the Municipal Class EA study for the Peel Street Bridge is consultation with affected stakeholders, agencies and the general public. The Public Consultation Centre will be an open house drop-in format with a brief presentation beginning around 5:30 p.m. Staff from the Township of Woolwich and GM BluePlan Engineering will be available to address any questions or concerns that you may have. Display boards and information packages will be available for review along with comment forms, which the public are encouraged to complete. The Public Consultation/Open House will be held in the Council Chambers of the Administration Building at 24 Church St W. |
Glasgow St. S. Bridge Environmental Assessment |
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The Township of Woolwich is currently undertaking a Municipal Class Environmental Assessment (EA) for the study of the Glasgow St. S. Bridge, known as Structure 320144 |
Middlebrook Bridges Environmental Assessments |
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The Township of Woolwich is currently undertaking a Municipal Class Environmental Assessment (EA) for the study of the Middlebrook Bridges, known as Structures 170160 and 180160 |
Tallwood Drive and Granbridge Drive Reconstruction |
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The Township of Woolwich is preparing to replace the watermain and road surface on Tallwood Drive from Covered Bridge Drive to the cul-de-sac and Granbridge Drive from Tallwood Drive to Stonefield Drive in the spring/summer of 2018. The new watermain and services from the main to the property line will resolve water quality and leak issues, while the installation of new concrete curb/gutter and asphalt pavement will improve the structure and surface of the streets. |
Arthur Street and Church Street Intersection Improvements |
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Project Description The Region of Waterloo is assessing possible improvements to the Arthur Street and Church Street intersection in Elmira as part of their planned projects along Church Street East (2019) and Arthur Street (2020). The Region will be assessing viable improvements to the intersection, which will involve the removal of eleven (11) on-street parking spaces along Church Street West. Communication A Public Consultation Centre will be held on February 7, 2018 from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm at the Township of Woolwich Administration Building located at 24 Church Street West in Elmira. Staff from both the Township and Region will be on hand and interested parties are invited to attend and provide their input. All comments will be considered by Staff before determining any possible improvements to the intersection. Should you wish to provide your comments please contact our Administrative Assistant.
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