Road Work News

Parking Lot at Marina Park Boat Launch Closing for Construction

The parking lot at the Marina Park boat launch will be closed starting on Thursday, May 16 due to construction. The parking lot is expected to reopen on Monday, June 10.

One boat launch will remain accessible during the construction but may require sporadic short closures if construction at the time poses a risk to the boat launch users.

During the closure, general public parking and boat trailer parking will be accommodated in the remaining general public parking areas, including the lot across from...

Roundabout at Intersection of Victoria and Ford Not Recommended

The City’s Engineering Division concluded its traffic study in the area of the proposed roundabout at Victoria Avenue and Ford Street. Based on the results of the study, a roundabout is not recommended.

The traffic study confirmed that traffic control signals are not warranted at the intersection of Victoria Avenue and Lillie Street. Engineering is recommending a new pedestrian crossover at the intersection of Victoria Avenue and Ford Street, and the removal of the traffic control signals at Victoria...

City Crews Respond to Broadway Avenue Water Main Break

Broadway Avenue, west of Highway 61, Lynda Avenue and Kerega Avenue are closed due to a water main break.

Residents are asked to use Rosslyn Road as there is no access to Broadway Avenue from Highway 61.

The road will be closed to through traffic however, local traffic will be permitted from the west side. Motorists are asked to use extra caution and obey all posted signage when travelling near the construction areas.

Residents in the area may experience disruptions to water services due to this. Residents...

Traffic Lights at Victoria Avenue and Lillie Street Reactivated

The traffic lights at the intersection of Victoria Avenue and Lillie Street will be reactivated tomorrow, April 4, 2019.  

During the first few days, the signals will be set to a flashing red light to allow drivers time to adjust to the reactivation of the signals. Drivers should treat the flashing red light as an all-way stop. The signals will then resume normal operation on Monday, April 8, 2019.

The City’s Engineering Division undertook a traffic study earlier this year to determine the requirements...

Seasonal Load Restrictions Go Into Effect Friday

Heavy load restrictions will come into effect for the City of Thunder Bay beginning at 8 am on Friday, March 15.

During the spring thaw period, some roads cannot withstand heavy vehicle loads. Every year, the City monitors thaw progression by using forecast temperature data to calculate the Thaw Index. When the Thaw Index reaches its threshold value, the load restrictions are imposed. Once the pavement strength has been restored, the load restrictions are lifted.

Commercial vehicles or trailers with...