utility installation on Yonge from Baif to Major Mackenzie

utility installation on Yonge from Carrville to Baif

February 05, 2018

Starting tomorrow, crews will be installing a duct bank [a structure which gathers together and encases telecommunication cables] on the west side of Yonge Street from Carrville Road to Baif Boulevard.

work dates*: Tuesday, February 6 for approximately 4 months
work hours: 7am-7pm

what you need to know

Crews will install the duct bank by digging an open trench that will encase the telecommunications cables.
To accommodate this work, there will be temporary southbound curb lane closures around the work area.
Wherever possible, sidewalks and bus stops will remain open. If a sidewalk or bus stop is closed, directional signs will guide pedestrians to the nearest open sidewalk or bus stop.
Access will be maintained to properties in work areas; however driveways may be reduced or temporarily disrupted. Advance notice will be provided wherever possible.
Traffic control staff and paid duty officers will be on site as required.
Some weekend work may be required.
Equipment used for this operation will be stored along the boulevards for the duration of this work.
Due to the nature of this work, at times, there will be construction-related noise and dust from equipment and trucks.

*Please note: As with all construction projects, some work may be re-scheduled due to weather. We’ll provide advance notice when possible. Watch twitter.com/vivanext for last-minute updates.

We appreciate your patience and apologize for any inconvenience. Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us.