UPDATE: Reach 10 Flood Mitigation-J. Howard Pew Park, Saline Creek Drive and McCormick Drive

Introduction and Background:

The Reaches 10 and 10 JHP Flood Mitigation is a key component of the RMWB’s permanent flood‑protection infrastructure. The RMWB's Contractor, E Construction is mobilizing to start Phase 1 of construction. Construction activities will start in Howard Pew Park parking lot (Phase 1) Monday, August 31st. 

Area Impacted:

Construction activities will take place along Saline Cr. Dr. and McCormick Dr. and within the J. Howard Pew Park areas in the Waterways community. The project construction zones and laydowns are highlighted in Figure 1 below:

Project heading and laydown

J.H. Pew Park Vehicle and Pedestrian Entry/ Exit during Phase 1 Construction

Clay Backfill Haul Route from Borow pit Stockpile to the Project Site (Indicated by the Magenta Line)

Project details:

Phase 1 (August 31, 2026 - October 30, 2026): Construction activities will include:

• building the permanent access road to the parking lot
• installing concrete curb and gutter along designated roadway sections
• completing sidewalks to improve pedestrian connectivity
• constructing a berm behind the existing lift station and along the J.H. Park access road for flood protection
• completing landscaping works to restore and enhance the project area.

Phase 2 (May 15, 2027- November 30, 2027):

• installing new underground utilities and replacing existing sanitary and storm sewers
• building sections of Saline Creek Drive and McCormick Drive, including medians, curb, and gutter,
• developing a multi-use trail to improve active transportation connections
• constructing access for air-release valve (ARV) maintenance
• and completing final landscaping and site restoration.

Proposed start and end date:

From August 31, 2026 to November 30, 2027

Contractor:

E Construction, a Division of Colas Western Canada Inc.  

Lead Department:

Project Management Office (PMO)

Community Benefit:

The purpose of these works is to protect adjacent neighborhoods from flooding by implementing effective mitigation measures. This includes raising Saline Creek Drive and McCormick Drive, as well as constructing a berm along the J.H. Park access road and behind the existing lift station. Together, these site improvements will enhance flood protection for the Waterways area and significantly reduce the need for temporary seasonal flood‑mitigation measures.

Construction Impacts:

Parking & vehicle access
Please watch for posted construction signage and traffic controls, and drive with caution around active construction areas at J. Howard Pew Park, Saline Creek Drive, and McCormick Drive in Waterways. During Phase 1, there will be Park’s access road partial closures and traffic re‑routes within the park that may affect both vehicle and pedestrian movement in the construction zone.

Sidewalk closure
Please use other entrances pedestrian accesses during construction as per the above figure.

Special Instructions for Residents

Please obey all posted signage when travelling through construction zones. Further updates will be provided as construction progresses.

Construction work will occur from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m., Monday to Friday, and 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. Construction work will occur from 7 a.m. to 10 p.m., Monday to Friday, and 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturdays. Work after 10 p.m. and Sundays will only take place in case of emergency.

For more information, please contact Pulse at 780-743-7000 or 1-800-973-9663. You can also visit rmwb.ca/construction and subscribe for updates.