hydro wire installation continues across Yonge at High Tech and Spruce

February 17, 2017

On Sunday, crews will be installing overhead hydro service wires on Yonge Street at the High Tech Road and Spruce Avenue intersections. To accommodate this work, north and southbound traffic along Yonge will be stopped for a short duration as crews hoist wires up to the poles at each intersection.

hydro work installation

work dates*: Sunday, Feb. 19
work hours: 8am–6pm

Crews will first transfer power cables at the intersections of Yonge and High Tech and Highway 7, which will result in a short disruption to the traffic signals.
Crews will then begin installing overhead hydro service wires on Yonge at High Tech and Spruce.
Traffic on Yonge will be stopped intermittently for short periods in both directions around the intersections of High Tech and Spruce as each span of wire is hoisted up the hydro poles.
Traffic control staff and paid duty police officers will be on site to direct traffic. There will be north and southbound curb lane on Yonge around work zones.
Access to businesses and properties near work areas will be maintained; however, driveways may be reduced or temporarily disrupted. Advance notice will be provided when possible.
Sidewalks will be closed around work areas. Directional signs will help guide pedestrians to the nearest open sidewalk.
Please expect delays and give yourself enough time to get to your destination, and remember to reduce your speed through construction zones.
There will be construction-related noise from equipment and trucks.

*Please Note: As with all construction projects, some work may be re-scheduled due to weather. We’ll provide advanced notice when possible.

Rapidway construction is progressing on Yonge Street, and we thank you for continuing to support our local shops and businesses. Stop, shop and dine on Yonge! If you have any questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to contact us.