Culvert replacement on Woodbine Avenue

June 12, 2024
In the Town of Whitchurch-Stouffville

Transportation improvements prepare York Region to meet the needs of motorists, cyclists, pedestrians and transit users today and into the future. York Region is replacing a culvert on Woodbine Avenue north of St. John’s Sideroad.

Duration: July 2024 to August 2024

Map showing construction area Woodbine Avenue north of St. John’s Sideroad.

Description:

  • York Region is replacing a culvert
    • Traces of asbestos are present in the current asphalt at the culvert site on Woodbine Avenue
    • Asbestos was used in asphalt mixes throughout the 1970s and early 1980s to improve performance
    • The risk of exposure to asbestos for workers and bystanders is low
    • As a precaution, York Region’s contractor will take protective measures during removal of existing asphalt containing traces of asbestos
  • Culverts allow water and wildlife to pass freely under the road
  • A 10-day road closure is required to facilitate the culvert replacement
     

Impacts to travellers:

  • Work will occur Monday to Sunday from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
    • Lane closures will be required to complete this work
    • Road closure:
      • Woodbine Avenue from St. John’s Sideroad to Vivian Road will be closed from 7 p.m. on Friday July 19, 2024 to 7 p.m. on Monday, July 29, 2024 to replace the culvert
      • Traffic will not be able to travel through the work zone during the road closure
      • Local traffic is permitted; however, those with properties to the north of the culvert can only access Woodbine Avenue from Vivian Road and those to the south, only from St. John’s Sideroad
  • Access to homes and businesses will be maintained

As with all construction projects, work may be rescheduled due to weather. York Region will provide advance notice where possible.

Thank you for your patience during the construction period. We understand road construction creates challenges for the community and we are working to deliver this project with minimal disruption. If you have any questions or concerns, staff will be pleased to respond. Contact us using any method noted below and quote “Contract: 24-137” in your inquiry.

Accessible formats of this notice and communication supports are available upon request.

General Inquiries:
York Region, Public Works
Phone: 1-877-464-9675 ext. 75000
TTY: 1-866-512-6228
Email: @email

After hours emergency: 1-877-464-9675 ext. 75200