Active Commuting updatesConstruction updatesRoad closures Updated: November 9, 2026: Water feedline work east of 50 Street The underground water feedline pipe from the St. Vital pumphouse west to about 48 Street passed pressure testing. The contractor is moving equipment and materials from the area and paving in the area started on November 8. Paving progress: Paving has started between 44 and 45 Street. If temperatures stay above freezing, paving between the St. Vital pumphouse to 48 Street should be completed before winter. Lane closures: Eastbound lanes on 50 Avenue between 50 Street and the St. Vital pumphouse are closed while paving occurs. Westbound lanes are open for two-way traffic (one lane in each direction) when crews are not actively working. During active construction work, traffic will alternate in one lane in each direction. Expect travel delays in the area. The contractor will return in spring 2027 to finish the remaining pipe installation near the St. Vital pumphouse. Water feedline work west of 50 Street The water feedline installation in front of École Bellevue School to the west access of the staff parking lot is now complete. Crews will continue to install the pipeline east of the school near the bus lane, Since school is out for fall break the week of November 9, the contractor plans to complete the water pipe installation across the bus lane to minimize disruptions. Construction is expected to continue until the end of November 2026, weather permitting. The contractor will return in spring 2027 to finish the remaining pipe installation and paving. Traffic and commuter impacts: Lane closures: Eastbound lanes on 50 Avenue between 51 and 55 Street will be closed. Westbound lanes will remain open to accommodate two-way traffic (one lane in each direction) when crews are not actively working. During active construction work, traffic will alternate one lane in each direction. Sidewalk closures or other restrictions: The contractor is in regular communication with the school about any other impacts to the school community, such as sidewalk closures or parking lot/bus lane access restrictions. Travel delays: Expect travel delays during peak hours. Posted: July 17, 2026 Construction began May 25, 2026, on a new water feedline along 50 Avenue between the Main Pumphouse and reservoir near 57 Street and the St. Vital pumphouse and reservoir east of 47 Street. This work is part of the City’s approved 2026 capital projects and reflects Beaumont’s continued investment in the infrastructure that residents and businesses rely on every day. While the current water system continues to meet the community’s drinking water needs, this project will help the City stay ahead of future growth by improving system capacity, reliability, and redundancy in the water distribution network. In addition, a sanitary sewer line repair is happening at 47 Street and 50 Avenue to 50A Avenue to allow seamless coordination between the two projects. Construction is expected to continue until the end of November 2026, subject to weather, underground conditions, and other construction-related factors. The contractor will return in spring 2027 to finish the remaining pipe installation and paving. At-a-glance A new water feedline is being installed along 50 Avenue: Residents can expect ongoing construction activity, traffic pattern changes and rolling lane or road closures from May until the end of November 2026. A sanitary sewer line at 50 Avenue and 47 Street is being repaired: The water feedline project is being paired with a sanitary sewer line replacement to prevent future backups. The underground repair work is complete. Paving and final landscaping restoration is underway and is anticipated to be complete by the end of November, weather permitting. Read more about the project >>. Traffic and parking impacts are expected along 50 Avenue: Residents can expect delays, reduced lanes or road closures in active work areas, and no parking adjacent to construction work on 50 Avenue. The City will try to provide as much advance notice as possible to residents; however, due to the complex nature of underground infrastructure projects and factors like weather, some closures may happen with short notice. Lane closures may remain in place even if crews aren’t visibly working on a specific area. Many areas of the road contain open holes from utility locates and underground work ahead of active construction work. In addition, sections of 50 Avenue are being used to store equipment and materials while crews work on other portions of the road. Resident and business impacts: Impacts to nearby residences and businesses will be minimal. The contractor will reach out to directly to any homes or businesses if direct impacts are expected. Crew and resident safety: The safety of crews and residents is one of the City’s top priorities. While barriers and detours can be frustrating, residents must follow all posted signs and detours, and do not move barriers or pylons—these are in place to keep everyone safe. Project complexities and timelines: Underground utility work is complex. While the contractor strives to stay on schedule, project timelines may shift or change suddenly with short notice for several reasons: Complex underground infrastructure: Crews often encounter decades-old utility lines and infrastructure that may not be precisely mapped in historical records. Preventing other disruptions: Excavating near existing utilities and infrastructure requires extra time and precision to maintain crew safety and prevent accidental service disruptions. Unforeseen factors: Weather conditions, soil conditions, material or equipment shortages/shipping delays, and other factors can also impact completion dates. Project area The map below shows the approximate work area along 50 Avenue, including the water feedline route between the Main and St. Vital pumphouses and the sanitary sewer repair near 50 Avenue and 47 Street. What to expect on 50 Avenue Traffic and parking lane closures along 50 Avenue are expected to begin the week of May 25. Work will happen in phases, so impacts may shift as crews move through the project area. During construction, residents and drivers should expect: Ongoing traffic pattern changes and rolling lane/road closures along 50 Avenue Delays through active work areas Two-way traffic to be maintained when possible, with one lane open in each direction. Some road closures and detours will be required throughout the project to accommodate underground infrastructure installation and crew safety. Expect one-way alternating traffic during active construction times when crews are in the area. No parking adjacent to construction work along 50 Avenue Temporary electronic message boards near the work area before lane closures begin Signage and traffic control measures to guide drivers through the area Drivers are asked to slow down near crews, watch for changing traffic patterns and allow extra travel time. Extra project information Access to homes and businesses: Access to private driveways and entryways will be maintained as much as possible throughout most of the project. If driveway, business or side road access will be affected, the contractor will notify impacted residents and businesses in advance. Residents will NOT be directly notified about detours or lane closures; please watch for signage in the area and follow detours as required. Work hours: Construction work will follow the City’s noise restrictions and work hours outlined in the Community Standards Bylaw. Project updates: This work is included on the City’s Capital Project Dashboard, where monthly project updates will be shared as construction progresses.