Infrastructure
Department of Transportation Information Regarding Winter Levels of Service
The Department of Transportation and Infrastructure has provided the following information regarding winter road conditions. Attached are the classification of roads for winter maintenance outlining the different levels of service for each. DTI monitors roads during winter storms, with plowing operations typically running from 5 a.m. to 11 p.m. on most provincial roads. From 11…
Read MoreRoadwork on Route 420 Scheduled to Begin July 22
Roadwork on Route 420 is set to begin on Monday, July 22. Residents and commuters can expect to see increased activity along this route throughout the week. Motorists should exercise caution while traveling in construction zones.
Read MoreMiramichi River Valley Tourist Information Centre Celebrates Grand Opening
The Miramichi River Valley Tourist Information Centre officially opened on Sunday, June 16 with a Grand Opening Celebration. The event took place at the new centre at 168 Main Street in Blackville. Originally the Walls Historic House back kitchen, the building was completely renovated and now houses the tourism centre and gift shop and is…
Read MoreNotice: Road Closure for Repair Work at Stewart Brook #1 Structure
The Department of Transportation and Infrastructure (DTI) will commence repair work at the south end abutment of the Stewart Brook #1 structure, located at the Fish Hatchery in South Esk. This necessary repair work will require a complete road closure at this location for a maximum of three weeks. Details: Proper public and emergency measures…
Read MoreAccessing Help and Information: Your Guide to the Transportation Information Centre
Have you heard of the Transportation Information Centre (TIC)? This branch of DTI is where residents should contact to report a road concern or inquiry. These tickets are logged, and a representative from DTI will be dispatched to follow up with your inquiry. You’ll also receive feedback from the findings if you request it. For…
Read MoreTraffic Advisory: Route 425 in Strathadam Reopening September 29
UPDATE: September 28 – Route 425 (Branders Turn) is now open to two lanes of traffic. Paving needs to be completed, however this will not require further closures. Route 425 in Strathadam will reopen to traffic at the end of the day this Friday, September 29, 2023. The road has been closed since Thursday, September…
Read MoreRenous Quarryville Fire Department Hosts Appreciation BBQ for Bridge Re-Opening
The Renous Quarryville Fire Department hosted an appreciation BBQ on Friday, September 8 to mark the re-opening of Renous River Bridge No. 2 in Pineville. The bridge, vital for the community and first responders, had been closed since December 2021. In a statement on Facebook, RQFD Fire Chief Dwain Hallihan, on behalf of the fire…
Read MoreTraffic Advisory: Route 425 in Strathadam Scheduled for Full Closure September 7-29
Please be advised that Route 425 in Strathadam is scheduled for a full closure beginning on Thursday September 7th 2023 (1:00am) until Friday September 29th, 2023 (11:00pm) to accommodate the remaining phases of the McKay Brook culvert replacement project. A detour will be setup via Route 430 & 435.
Read MoreRenous River No. 2 Bridge in Pineville Now Open to Traffic
Good news for area residents: Renous River No. 2 Bridge in Pineville is now open to traffic. The bridge, which had been closed since December 2021, reopened on August 23. In August 2022, an investment of $580,000 was made towards the bridge improvements that include repairs to the support piers and abutments. Since its construction…
Read MoreRenous River No. 2 Bridge Repairs Underway in Pineville
Repairs are currently underway on the Renous River No. 2 Bridge in Pineville. The bridge has been closed to traffic since December 2021. In August 2022, an investment of $580,000 was made towards the bridge improvements that include repairs to the support piers and abutments. Since its construction in 1975, the bridge has been a…
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