Replacement of 142-Year-Old Watermain in Downtown Toronto

Replacement of 142-Year-Old Watermain in Downtown Toronto

Work to replace a 142-year-old watermain in downtown Toronto will close a busy intersection for three months, starting Sunday.

Project Details

  • Location: Intersection of King Street East and Church Street
  • Timeline:
    • May to July: Intersection restricted to one lane in each direction
    • July to August: Full closure of the intersection
  • Additional Work: Removal of streetcar tracks during the closure

Construction Schedule

  • Excavation and Heavy Breaking:

    • Conducted between 7 AM and 11 PM
    • Occurs at various times throughout the day
  • Concrete Breaking:

    • Expected to be the most disruptive
    • Lasts two days for each phase of construction

Rail Installation

  • The Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) must install rail under controlled conditions:

    • No direct sunlight or rain overnight
    • Requires low temperatures
    • Involves around-the-clock work during rail installation
  • Excavation may occur overnight while rail installation takes place during daylight hours due to concrete curing needs.

Impact on Public Transit

  • The TTC has announced changes on several routes starting immediately through late summer.
  • Up to 100,000 passengers daily who use streetcars during weekday afternoon peak hours may experience delays, with some trips taking five minutes longer than usual depending on their destination.

Conclusion

No planned closures are scheduled beyond August 31st, according to city officials.

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