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
- As of July 29, Kent Street from A.E. Wilson Park to Dewdney Avenue is closed.
- Kent Street is expected to reopen soon. Starting at the end of September or early October, Kent Street from A.E. Wilson Park to 8th Ave will reopen. The rest of Kent Street will likely reopen at the end of October, pending unforeseen circumstances.
Upcoming Restrictions
- From September 17 to the end of October, there will be lane restrictions on Dewdney Ave from McCarthy Blvd to Dorothy Street. Two-way traffic will remain in place. Please follow signage.
- From September 17 to the end of October, drivers will not be able to turn left onto Dewdney Ave from Dorothy St. To maintain neighbourhood access, the intersection of 8th Avenue and Kent Street will open so residents can exit onto McCarthy Blvd through 8th Ave.
- Starting September 22, there will be a pathway closure in the north part of A.E. Wilson Park, close to Wascana Creek. This closure will remain in place until November.
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.
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