final paving of Davis rapidway: Yonge to Main

October 1, 2015

We’re almost there! Final paving of the rapidway and intersections with red asphalt will begin on Davis Drive next week, including the intersection of Yonge Street and Davis. Rapidway paving will take place from Yonge to Main Street.

Once the red asphalt is complete on the west end of the corridor, the second phase of black paving will take place from Main to east of Huron Heights Drive/Alexander Road. Throughout paving, there will be traffic restrictions along Davis Drive. Read on for more information on how to access your destination.

work dates: Tuesday, October 6 – Friday, October 9*
work hours: 7am-7pm*

what you need to know:

  • Traffic barrels and paid duty police officers will help navigate drivers through the work zone.
  • Pedestrian access around the area will be maintained. Follow signs to help guide you to your destination.
  • To prepare, crews may need to set up and drop off materials and machinery outside of regular work hours [i.e. overnight]. Please expect construction-related noise.
  • YRT will continue service on Davis during this activity. Bus stops may be relocated or closed as work progresses and routes may be detoured. Look for signs and follow directions.

Yonge Street and Davis Drive

Crews will be paving red asphalt through the centre of the intersection. This work will be staged in order to maintain traffic on Yonge Street. Sections of Davis Drive will temporarily close and traffic will be restricted during this operation.

work dates: October 8*
work hours: 7am-7pm*

Map: paving the east side of the Yonge intersection

  • Crews will begin by paving the east side of the intersection.
  • A portion of Davis from Yonge to west of George Street will be closed.
  • A local detour from Kingston Road to George, will be in place to help you get to your destination. Watch for and follow posted detour signs. See our paving page for more information.
  • The Davis entrance to 17555 Yonge will be closed during this time. Access will be maintained at both the Yonge and George entrances.
  • North and southbound lanes on Yonge will be reduced to one lane in each direction around the Davis intersection.

Map: paving the west side of the Yonge intersection

  • Once the red asphalt has cooled, crews will open the east side, then close and pave the west side of the intersection.
  • North and southbound lanes will remain one lane in each direction.
  • A portion of Davis from east of Eagle Street to Yonge will be closed.
  • A local detour on Eagle Street will guide you around the closure to your destination. See our paving page for more information.
  • The Davis entrance to 17440-17480 Yonge will be closed during this time. Access will be maintained at Yonge.

rapidway and intersection paving

Map: rapidway and intersection paving

work dates: Tuesday, October 6 – Friday, October 9*
work hours: 7am-7pm*

what you need to know:

  • Day 1 and 2 [rapidway]:
    • North and southbound traffic will be restricted between Yonge and Main, as crews pave the rapidway through the intersections.
    • Drivers will not be able to make left-turns through the intersections. North and southbound drivers will only be able to make a right-turn at Davis.
    • Davis Drive will be reduced to one lane in each direction where paving is taking place.
    • To get to your destination, U-turns will be available at Yonge and Main only.
  • Day 4 [intersections]:
    • George Street, Barbara Road, Longford Drive / Parkside Drive and Lorne Ave will temporarily close one at a time to north and southbound traffic at Davis, as crews pave the intersection.
    • Paving will be staged to maintain east and westbound traffic along Davis as this work is taking place.

safety reminder

Drivers and pedestrians are reminded to watch for traffic shifts and signs that will guide you along your way. Drive with care through construction zones and give yourself enough time to safely arrive at your destination.

As we prepare to open the rapidway, follow us on Twitter to receive ongoing updates.

If you have questions about the rapidway project, please contact your Community Liaison.

Kristina Bergeron

Community Liaison Specialist
Telephone: 905.886.6767 Ext.71051
Cell: 905.505.1347
Email: kristina.bergeron@york.ca

* Please note: As with other road construction projects, some work may be rescheduled due to weather. We’ll provide advance notice whenever possible.