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HWY 27 Improvements

 

REVISED VEHICLE SIZE RESTRICTIONS, STARTING JUNE 2, 2025

The following vehicle size restrictions will be in place starting June 2, 2025, for a period of three weeks. 
  • Maximum track width: 3.4 metres
  • Maximum width: 4.45 metres
    • Loads exceeding 4.45 metres wide will need to find an alternate route
  • Loads between 3.8 metres and 4.45 metres wide:
    • Must be able to clear the bridge railing height of 1.1 metres.
    • Must travel at night between the hours of 3:00 am to 5:00 am.
    • Must provide 48 hours notice. Please contact PME: Shane Gilmour - 587-224-9395 or Shelby Evans - 587-783-6881
 
 

 Highway 27 Construction Update – June 6

Construction activity continued at a steady pace this past week, with progress made in several areas. We recognize that increased traffic delays and lane closures have been frustrating this past week — thank you for your continued patience and understanding.

Progress to date:

  • Bridge area: Concrete aprons on both sides of the bridge were removed.
  • Centre Street: Asphalt was removed, the road structure excavated, and installation of the new road structure is underway
  • 1st Street – Curb and sidewalk on the northwest corner were poured and are ready for coloured concrete.
  •  2nd Street (north side) – Catch basins and pipe installation is finished and subgrade excavation is complete.
  • 2nd Street (south side) – Construction is complete.
  • 3rd Street (north side) – Concrete work completed at various entrances.
  • 3rd Street (south side)– Road structure was removed.
  • 4th Street (north side) – Electrical conduit and two light bases were installed; PVC installation is ongoing.
  • Highway 27 & 760 – Installation of street signs and set up for flashing lights at the intersection were completed.

What’s coming next:

  • Bridge area - Rebar installation and road structure replacement continue, with curb and gutter work to follow.
  •  Centre Street – Final paving and reopening of the road to take place on June 6.
  •  1st Street - Pouring of patterned and coloured concrete on the northwest corner to take place over the weekend.
  • 2nd Street (north side): Electrical conduit and concrete base installation between the intersection and alley will take place next week.
  • 2nd Street (south side): Crews will complete seeding and final landscaping next week.
  • 3rd Street (south side): Electrical conduit installation continues, followed by grading for the road, sidewalks, and mini roundabout.
  •  4th Street (north side): Crews will be grading and installing the road structure as well as forming the sidewalks, mini roundabout, and median island.

⚠️ Bridge Traffic Reminder:

Bridge work continues through June 21, with one-lane alternating traffic in place. Oversized vehicle restrictions remain in effect. Visit sundre.com/p/hwy-27 for more details.


Highway 27 Construction Update – May 30

It’s been a busy and productive week on site, with major progress on both ends of the project. We know the pace and disruptions can be frustrating, and we sincerely thank everyone for your continued patience and understanding as we push forward.

Progress to date:

  • Paving and line painting were completed from the east end of the construction zone all the way to 50 m before the bridge – a major milestone!
  • On the west end, paving and line painting were also finished up to the creek.
  • Sidewalks, asphalt, and road base removals were completed on 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Streets, including both sides in many areas.
  • Crews also made progress on concrete work at 2nd and 3rd Streets.
  • Installation of pipe as well as catch basin installation continued on the north side of 2nd Street. 

What’s coming next:

  • Centre Street: Crews will remove the old road surface, rebuild the base, and pave—reopening is expected by the end of next week.
  • 1st Street: The sidewalk at the northwest corner will be poured next week.
  • 2nd Street (south side): Handrail installation near Burger Baron wraps up next week, followed by final landscaping and seeding.
  • 2nd Street (north side): Installation of conduit from north of the intersection to the alley, with sidewalk grading and forming near Pyros beginning soon.
  • 3rd Street (north side): Landscaping and seeding are planned for next week.
  • 3rd Street (south side): Electrical conduit work begins early next week, followed by grading for the road, sidewalks, and mini roundabout.
  • 4th Street (south side): Crews will complete parking lot tie-ins over the weekend.
  • 4th Street (north side): Electrical work kicks off in approximately a week, followed by grading for the road, sidewalks and mini roundabout. 

⚠️ Upcoming Bridge Work

Bridge work is scheduled to take place June 2-21, beginning with work on the bridge aprons, with milling and paving to follow.  Traffic will be restricted to one lane with alternating flow.  Please anticipate delays in this area. 

During this time, size restrictions will apply for oversized vehicles. Loads up to 3.8 m wide and 1.1 m hig (to clear the bridge rail) may still be permitted, with advance booking with PME. Please see sundre.com/p/hwy-27 for full details and contact information.

There’s still a lot of work ahead, and the site will remain very busy. Please plan for traffic delays, follow signage and flaggers, and drive with extra caution. Your patience and attention will help to keep everyone safe.

 

 Project Overview 

Detour Route & Vehicle Size Restrictions

REVISED VEHICLE SIZE RESTRICTIONS, STARTING JUNE 2, 2025

The following vehicle size restrictions will be in place starting June 2, 2025, for a period of three weeks. 
  • Maximum track width: 3.4 metres
  • Maximum width: 4.45 metres
    • Loads exceeding 4.45 metres wide will need to find an alternate route
  • Loads between 3.8 metres and 4.45 metres wide:
    • Must be able to clear the bridge railing height of 1.1 metres.
    • Must travel at night between the hours of 3:00 am to 5:00 am.
    • Must provide 48 hours notice. Please contact PME: Shane Gilmour - 587-224-9395 or Shelby Evans - 587-783-6881

 

 

 

Project Background

Highway 27 plays a key role in supporting the growth and development of several central Alberta communities. Within the Town of Sundre, Highway 27 is designated as an Over Sized Over Weight (OSOW) route and is a key contributor to Alberta’s High Load Corridor.

Alberta Transportation and Economic Corridors (TEC) has planned improvements to Highway 27 through the Town of Sundre, from the east boundary of the Town to the west boundary. The improvements are designed to support safer, more efficient travel through this area and enhance pedestrian safety.

The planned improvements include:

·       Single lane roundabout at Highway 27/22/584/Range Road 54 (10th Street) intersection

·       Permanent mini roundabouts at 2, 3 and 4 Street (West) intersections

·       Intersection improvements at 1 Street (West) (right-in, right-out)

·       Pavement rehabilitation, improvements to curbs, gutters, sidewalks, access management and lighting.

Following public engagement in 2022, additional improvements were identified including intersection upgrades at Centre Street, the Red Deer River bridge approach slabs, signalization of Highway 760 intersection, waterline relocations and additional lighting improvements.

The temporary mini roundabouts installed as a pilot project in 2017 have been assessed and deemed effective in improving both traffic flow as well as pedestrian safety. As such, TEC have directed the installation of permanent roundabouts along Highway 27 at 2 Street, 3 Street and 4 Street in 2024.

The anticipated timeline for the TEC improvements to Highway 27 is as follows:

  • 2025 (January to February) - Miscellaneous construction activities (e.g. utility relocation, clearing of construction laydown area – in the northeast quadrant of Hwy 27/22/584/10th Street Intersection
  • 2025 (March to October) – Construction activities for Hwy 27 Improvements
  • 2025 (November) – Hwy 27 Construction completion (contingent on weather)

For more information about the Highway 27 improvement project, visit Highway 27 Improvements (Sundre) | Alberta.ca

Contact Information

If you have questions about this year’s construction work, please contact hwy27@sundre.com.

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