Richardson Avenue - Long term closure
Date posted: Sunday September 11, 2022
As part of the O-Train Extension project, Richardson Avenue will be closed to vehicles between Richmond Road and Byron Avenue.
What:
Long-term Closure, Richardson Avenue, between Richmond Road and Byron Avenue.
When:
Sunday September 11, 2022, until Sunday November 19, 2023.
Why:
The closure of Richardson Avenue is required to facilitate construction of the Cut andCover Byron Tunnel in this area.
Where:
Richardson Avenue between Richmond Road and Byron Avenue.
Anticipated Impacts
Motorists traveling northbound on Richardson Avenue will have to turn right onto Byron Avenue. There will be no access to Richardson Avenue southbound from Richmond Road.
Motorists should adhere to detours, traffic control signage, posted speed limits, allow for added travel time and use extra caution when moving through active construction corridors as traffic patterns change.
Pedestrians and cyclists should use extra caution and adhere to posted signage when localized detours are in-place, to ensure safety.
The construction work outlined in this notice is subject to change. Work may be delayed or extended due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances.
Accessibility
Accessibility is an important consideration for the O-Train Extension project. The O-Train Extension team makes every effort to provide access through and around construction sites. If you require special accommodation, please contact stage2@ottawa.ca.
The safety of the public and workers is paramount, and we thank you for your patience during construction.
Contact Information
Future work is required in this area. Additional construction updates, such as changes to work sequencing and the duration or impact of this work will be communicated via the O-Train Extension project e-newsletter. To receive these electronic updates please sign up at Ottawa.ca/Stage2 and click ‘Connect with Us’ and select updates for “New Orchard Station”. For other accommodations, or questions, please contact:
Damon Berlin
Stakeholder Relations, Rail Construction Program, City of Ottawa
