Roadwork & Construction

• June 24, 2026: Construction season builds momentum as City conducts major upgrades to roads and water systems
• June 5, 2026: Update on Eckhardt Avenue construction
• May 7, 2026: Work to begin soon on water infrastructure upgrade projects
• April 22, 2026: Construction soon to begin along Green Avenue
• March 13, 2026: Traffic detours set for Main Street and Eckhardt Avenue during utility upgrades

Major excavation is required to replace the infrastructure, followed by roadway paving and installing a new sidewalk along Balsam Avenue from Dartmouth Drive to the daycare centre and Wiltse Elementary. 

Underway (Update June 24, 2026): Construction is underway on Balsam Avenue, with a full closure in place (local traffic access only).  Crews are currently working on the lower section of Balsam.

Throughout June/early July: Work will continue along Balsam Avenue. Any disruption or changes to the work site will be communicated directly with homeowners and the daycare on site. Work will be required within sections of Dartmouth Drive in July, with further details to be shared publicly closer to that date. 

End Date: Late fall 2026

Working Hours: Mon–Fri: 7:00AM–5:00PM 

Extended hours may occur within permitted times (up to 10 p.m. weekdays; 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekends)

Schedules may change due to weather, material delays or unforeseen underground conditions.

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Will I be able to get to and from my home during the work on my road?

During work hours, due to the nature of the infrastructure that needs to be installed, the road will be closed in rolling sections to all-through traffic. The road will be reinstated at the end of each working day; however, through traffic will remain restricted until the underground pipe installation is complete. Local access will be maintained as much as possible. Residents will be notified in advance of any impacts to access to their homes.

What about on-street parking?

On-street parking will not be permitted within the construction area while the project is in progress.

Will my water or electrical services be affected?

Yes, temporary services disruptions may occur with these new utility installations. You will receive notice 48 hours’ in advance of any planned outages, and crews will work diligently to minimize disruptions to return services to normal use.

Will my driveway and landscaping be impacted?

Driveways will be tied back in. Landscaping within the boulevard or utility corridors may be affected. Any disruption will include restoration to match original, which may include topsoil, planting, or sod, where applicable. Affected homeowners will be contacted in advance.

Will mail and garbage services be affected?

These services will continue with minimal disruption. Please follow any temporary signage or crew instructions.

What are the impacts to public transit?

Route #1 Okanagan Lake/Wiltse route will be maintained for the majority of construction period. However, temporary detours may be necessary during work along Dartmouth Drive, between Wiltse Boulevard and Balsam Avenue. Please visit the BC Transit website for more details.

These safety improvements included installing a new multi-use pathway, pedestrian crossings, a raised crosswalk and improved lighting (coming soon). This project also involved upgrading underground infrastructure including watermain and drainage replacements, ensuring reliable access to water supply for many years to come.

This work was completed in response to neighbourhood feedback and was identified through a Safe Routes to School study, creating safer routes for people to travel to and from KVR Elementary. This project included:

• Installing a raised crosswalk at Forestbrook Drive
• Traffic circle with crosswalks across Manitoba Street and Edmonton Avenue
• Speed humps along Manitoba Street
• Installing a crosswalk at Nelson Avenue
• Curbing at the entrance of Penticton Avenue

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The following map and information outlines road closures that are one day or longer in duration.  For closures that are one day or less, we ask that residents and cyclists exercise patience while following traffic control and signage.

Please note that these closures are subject to change.  Check back often for up-to-date information.

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If you need to use part or all of a City road, boulevard or sidewalk for construction, temporary placement of a bin/container or to operate a private/business event (not open to the public), please complete and submit the Construction Road Closure Application (forms are available on our Engineering Application Forms page).

If you would like to use the sidewalk or boulevard for a private or business use that is open to the general public, or if you want to rent on street parking from the City for a fixed duration, please complete and submit the Sidewalk and Parking Stall Rental Application Form.

To report a non-emergency concern or suggestion, please fill out our Report an Issue online form. All requests will be addressed.

For urgent issues involving road repairs, please contact:
Public Works
Phone: 250-490-2500
Email: publicworks@penticton.ca