The Southwest Sewer System Upgrade is a multi-year construction project that will expand the City’s wastewater network. It includes constructing a 4.5 km long large-diameter sewer line. This project will help prevent sewer backups in Southwest Regina and reduce wastewater bypass events during rainfalls. Contract 2 will begin in 2025.
The second phase of Contract 2 construction has begun.
Current Restrictions
- From July 29 to the end of August, Kent Street from A.E. Wilson Park to Dewdney Avenue will be closed.
- Starting July 31, there will be pathway closures in the south part of A.E. Wilson Park near 8th Avenue. These closures will remain in place until November.
- Starting August 5, McCarthy Boulevard from Dewdney Avenue to Brunskill Place will be restricted. This restriction is expected to last for about two weeks.
Another sewer renewal project will impact this area. This project is being completed in coordination with the Southwest Sewer Upgrade to help maintain vital infrastructure at a reduced cost. The restrictions below will apply:
- From July 2 to October 17, there will be various lane restrictions on McCarthy Boulevard from 4th Avenue to the rail crossing.
- Starting August 5, there will be traffic restrictions for about a week on McCarthy Boulevard south of the railroad tracks to Oriole Place. Two-way traffic will be maintained.
Project Outcomes
The Southwest Sewer Upgrade Project (Contract 1 to Contract 5) involves the construction of approximately 4.5 km of large-diameter sewer pipeline. The benefits of this project include:
- Reducing basement flooding incidents.
- Preparing for future population growth and new opportunities.
- Reducing raw sewage bypass into the environment.
Contract 2
Contract 2 includes the installation of the large diameter pipe from A.E. Wilson Park, starting near Wascana Creek and continuing south through Kent Street, crossing Dewdney Avenue and into the Government of Canada Lands.
The City has also coordinated other underground and surface upgrades around Kent Street to help avoid future, disruptive construction. The majority of the additional work is expected to be completed in 2025, with landscaping and surface restoration work expected to be finished in 2026. It includes installing new pipes to replace watermains, replacing storm drains and upgrading the streetscape with new pavement, curbs and gutters.
SaskPower will also be modifying electrical infrastructure in the back alley north of 8th Avenue to allow for sewer installation. This will require a short disruption of alley access while new poles and electrical lines are being installed. The contractor will coordinate with SaskPower to maintain safe access to homes during this work.
Construction Location and Timeline
2024-2025 (Contract 1): McCarthy Boulevard Pumping Station, A.E. Wilson Park, Rick Hansen playground parking lot, and McCarthy Boulevard.
2025-2026 (Contract 2): Wascana Creek, Kent Street, Dewdney Avenue and Government of Canada Land.
2026-2027 (Contract 3): Government of Canada Land, Royal Regina Golf Club, Canadian Pacific (CP) Railway and 13th Avenue (using trenchless technology).
2027-2028 (Contract 4): Rambler Park.
2028-2029 (Contract 5): Sandra Schmirler Way, Lewvan Drive, Former Craig Golf Course and Regina Avenue.
Investment
The Southwest Sewer Upgrade Project - Contract 2: approximately $17 million.
Total investment for Contracts 1 to 5: approximately $100 million.
Map
