Weekly Traffic Advisories
NEW WORK
DIGBY COUNTY: Acacia Valley Bridge
During ongoing repairs to the Acacia Valley Bridge on Acacia Valley Road, about a half-kilometre south of the intersection of Ridge Road and Acacia Valley Road, the province determined that complete replacement of the bridge is a more efficient option instead of repairs.
Because of the distance of the detour route and the fact that the bridge has been closed longer than expected, the province is committing to having the new bridge in place by Wednesday, Dec. 18.
The new bridge will have a steel deck and is expected to serve the community for the next 75 years.
In the meantime, patience of the public is appreciated when travelling in this area.
CONTINUING WORK
ANTIGONISH COUNTY: Canso Causeway
Highway 104, from the intersection of Highway 4 in Aulds Cove to the causeway's swing bridge, will have one-lane closures from 8 p.m. to 6 a.m.
Construction is expected to continue until the end of November.
Use caution in the area.
CAPE BRETON REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY: Route 216
Sections of Route 216, from 15 kilometres west of Highway 4 to Eskasoni, are reduced to one lane for repaving until Friday, Nov. 22. The lane closures are 24 hours a day with traffic signals or traffic control people.
Delays are expected. Drivers should use extra caution and patience.
CAPE BRETON COUNTY: George Street, Sydney
Construction has started on the George Street Roundabout in Sydney, from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Drivers in the area should be alert for slow-moving vehicles and lane closures.
Work is scheduled to continue until Saturday, Nov. 30.
CAPE BRETON REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY: Sydney River Bridge
The Sydney River Bridge on Keltic Drive is closed for replacement.
While the bridge is closed, the province is providing a free shuttle bus service between Coxheath Arena (305 Keltic Dr.) and Walmart (65 Keltic Dr.).
A detour route for drivers has also been marked.
The shuttle bus schedule is available at http://novascotia.ca/tran/highways/srb.asp.
CAPE BRETON COUNTY: Trunk 28
Highway 28, from Kilkenny Lake Road to Daley Road for about five kilometres, is reduced to one lane for paving until Friday, Nov. 22.
Work takes place from sunrise to sunset.
COLCHESTER/HANTS COUNTIES: Highway 102, Shubenacadie River Construction is taking place on Highway 102 at the bridges over Shubenacadie River until Saturday, Nov. 30.
Traffic is two lanes in both directions, however drivers are urged to travel with extra caution in the area.
COLCHESTER COUNTY: Innovation Drive Bridge
Innovation Drive Bridge on Innovation Drive, about 600 metres north of the intersection of Highway 4 (Pictou Road), is closed for repairs until Friday, Nov. 22. Detour signs are in place.
GUYSBOROUGH COUNTY: Melford Brook Bridge
The Melford Brook Bridge, on Route 344 at Middle Melford, is closed. A two-lane detour bridge is in place until a permanent bridge is built. The speed limit is reduced to 60 km/h and warning signs are in place.
HALIFAX REGIONAL MUNICIPALITY: Joseph Howe Drive Overpass
Repairs are being made on the Joseph Howe Drive overpass on Highway 102, Exit 0 until Saturday, Nov. 30. Travel lanes are shifted to accommodate rush hour traffic.
Drivers should reduce speed to 50 km/h and drive with extra caution in the area or use an alternate route.
HANTS COUNTY: Glen Brook and MacInnis Brook Bridges
The Glen Brook and MacInnis Brook bridges, on Route 202 in West Gore, have a 24-tonne weight restriction until further notice.
HANTS COUNTY: Shubenacadie, Bridge Trunk 2
Shubenacadie Bridge on Highway 2 is reduced to one lane until Tuesday, Dec. 31. The speed limit is reduced to 50 km/h in the construction area.
INVERNESS COUNTY: Crowdis Bridge
Crowdis Bridge is closed until further notice for repairs. A detour is available via Crowdis Cross Road, West Big Interval Road and Hatchery Road.
INVERNESS COUNTY: West Lake Ainslie Road
The Hayes River Bridge on West Lake Ainslie Road has a 15-tonne weight restriction.
KINGS COUNTY: Highway 101, Shaw Road Underpass
Shaw Road Underpass, near Berwick, will be closed for repairs until Friday, Nov. 29. Detour route is Maple Street to Brooklyn Street.
LUNENBURG COUNTY: Meisner Bridge
Meisner Bridge on Highway 10, near Cherryfield, has alternating lane closures for repairs until Friday, Dec. 13.
Work takes place from sunrise to sunset.
RICHMOND COUNTY: Highway 4
Traffic on Highway 4, from west of Campbells Bridge, west for about five kilometres to Hay Cove Bridge, is reduced to one lane for repaving and the replacement of the Hay Cove bridge. Work is scheduled to be completed by Saturday, Nov. 30.
Drivers should travel with caution and obey signs and workers in the area.
RICHMOND COUNTY: Cape Auguet Road
Traffic on Cape Auguet Road, from the intersection of Lower Road south for about five kilometres, is reduced to one lane for repaving and other improvements. The work is scheduled to be completed by Saturday, Nov. 30.
Drivers should travel with caution and obey signs and workers in the area.
VICTORIA COUNTY: Highway 105
Highway 105, from Seal Island Bridge to the top of Kellys Mountain, will have alternating lane closures for repaving until Saturday, Nov. 23.
Work takes place from sunrise to sunset.