About the project
The Braidwood Infrastructure Upgrades project will replace aging underground utilities and improve the road to support future growth and development along Braidwood Road. The project was awarded to Hazelwood Construction. Work is expected to begin this fall run through until late spring.
Why this project is needed
Water, sanitary and storm systems along Braidwood Road are at the end of their service life and can't keep up with demand from a growing community. This project will fully upgrade these systems and improve sections of the road to meet current and future needs.
Project Features
Elements of the $6.6 million project include:
- a full roadway reconstruction, with a wider clear roadway width.
- improved accommodation for cyclist through shared-lane markings and signage.
- upgrades to underground water, sanitary, and storm infrastructure.
- upsizing the existing 150mm watermain to 250mm to improve system redundancy, and support long-term servicing.
- pedestrian improvements to the continuous sidewalk on the north side of the road as well as new crosswalk beacons
Construction impacts
There are currently no construction or traffic impacts. Watch here for updates as construction progresses.
Once construction begins in fall 2026, expect:
- open trenches and heavy equipment for deep excavation and road reconstruction
- construction noise
- temporary impacts to on-street parking
- Single lane alternating traffic in some areas
Notices and updates
Read the press release: Braidwood Road infrastructure upgrades begin this fall
Check this page for updates as the project moves forward.
Project background
- Planning for upgrades along Braidwood Road began in 2018, when the City first identified the need for infrastructure improvements.
- Since then, updated provincial housing legislation and new growth projections in the Official Community Plan (OCP) have identified Braidwood Road as a key growth area.
- To support this growth, the OCP recommends focusing infrastructure investment on designated growth centres — areas most likely to be developed, with good access to infrastructure and close to everyday needs. This approach helps prevent urban sprawl.
- Braidwood is a high-density area that helps meet the city's need for more diverse housing options beyond single-detached homes.