102 Avenue Full Closure: 96 Street to 103 Street
UPDATE: This closure will be happening on or about Monday, January 8, 2018.
EDMONTON, AB – December 13, 2017 – Starting on or around January 2, 2018, 102 Avenue between 96 Street and 103 Street will be fully closed to on-street traffic. This closure is necessary to prepare and construct the LRT line that will run along 102 Avenue. This closure will remain in effect until the end of project duration in 2020.
North-South Traffic Crossing 102 Avenue
Please note that north-south cross streets will remain open to traffic. These include: 97 Street, 99 Street south of 102 Avenue, 100 Street, 101 Street, 102 Street south of 102 Avenue, and 103 Street.
Pedestrian Access
One sidewalk (either on the north or south side of 102 Avenue) will remain open at all times, unless something unforeseen arises. Street access will be maintained for pedestrians, though they are also encouraged to use underground pedways, such as the one that connects City Hall to the Library Parkade. There will also be a drop off zone on 99 Street south of 102 Avenue to allow people to access the Winspear and Citadel Theatre.
Canada Place North Parkade Access
Access to the Canada Place north parkade entrance will be maintained with one lane remaining open between 99 Street and 97 Street. Drivers will have to proceed north on 99 Street, turn right onto 102 Avenue and then turn right into the parkade.
YMCA Parkade Access
Drivers will need to proceed northbound on 102 Street to access the parkade.
The construction zone will be fenced for your safety. Vehicle, bicycle, and pedestrian traffic disruptions will vary by location. During this time please watch for, and observe, all traffic detours and direction of construction personnel.
We thank you for your understanding and patience as construction progresses.
For the most current, up-to-date information in your area, please visit https://transedlrt.ca/advisories/.
Please refer to the attached maps for more details. For more information, visit our website https://transedlrt.ca or contact us via email at info@transedlrt.ca or by phone 780-224-0964.
