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.
- During phase 2, Kent Street will be closed from the 8th Avenue intersection to the park entrance. It will last until the end of August.
- From July 2 to July 16, there will be a lane restriction on McCarthy Boulevard from Brunskill Place to Dewdney Avenue.
See an illustration of these closures and restrictions below.
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. See some restrictions for this project below. Please note additional restrictions will be added to the website closure to their construction start date.
- From July 2 to October 17, there will be various lane restrictions on McCarthy Boulevard from 4th Avenue to the rail crossing.
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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