87 Avenue Widening
What's New
November 2011 - Construction Update
- This project has been winterized and work will resume in spring 2012. Barriers have been placed to prevent access to unfinished sections of the roadway.
- The road base and associated work was completed as well as some curb and gutter installation.
- The remainder of tasks will be completed in 2012 along with the tree planting and landscaping that is needed.
About the Project
To accommodate growth and increased traffic flows in West Edmonton, the City is rehabilitating and widening 87 Avenue from 165 Street to 175 Street and 170 Street from Whitemud Drive (WMD) to 90 Avenue.
Construction Includes
- 170 Street and 87 Avenue rehabilitation
- 170 Street southbound widening to 4 lanes
- 87 Avenue widening to provide transit priority lanes
- New street lighting
- Curb/gutter replacement
- Sidewalk improvements and curb ramps at all intersections
Four new high angle right turns will be installed at 170 Street and 87 Avenue. These intersection improvements will provide:
- Double left turns in all directions
- Transit priority
- New right turn geometry
- Improved turning safety
Timeline and Funding
The 87 Avenue Widening is funded by the approved 2009-2011 Capital Budget.
Construction began on May 25, 2010 and will be completed late fall 2011. Tree planting and landscaping will be completed in 2012.
Project History
On May 4, 2010, the City held an Open House to share information about the project.
For more information:
Wayne Squires
Transportation Services
| Telephone | 780-423-5544 |
|---|---|
| wayne.squires@edmonton.ca |
