Bleams Road | Fischer-Hallman to Trussler
Overview
Project number: 05705 | Updated: January 2025
The Region is reconstructing Bleams Road from Trussler Road to Fischer-Hallman Road in Kitchener. This work includes:
- Adding a multi-use path throughout project limits
- New roundabouts at Commonwealth, Donnenwerth, Isaiah and Trussler intersections
- Installing a new watermain
- Installing a new storm sewer
- Upgrading a section of sanitary sewer
- Replacing road structure and asphalt
These improvements will make it easier and safer for all residents to get around, whether by car, public transit, bike, or foot.
Schedule
Environmental assessment: 2021–2022
Design and planning: 2023
Construction: 2024–2025
- Fischer-Hallman to Forestwalk: May 2024–October 2024
- Forestwalk to Donnenwerth: October 2024–December 2024
- Donnenwerth to Trussler: January 2025–August 2025
- Trussler roundabout: July 2025–October 2025
Note: timing may be affected by weather conditions and changing project scope; updates will be posted as needed.
Budget
$18,542
Contact
David Di Pietro, P.Eng.
Senior Engineer, Region of Waterloo
DDiPietro@regionofwaterloo.ca
Service First Contact Centre: 519-575-4400; for deaf and hard of hearing (TTY) call 519-575-4608
Contractor
Ontario Ltd. O/A T. Musselman Excavating Limited
Public engagement
The public was encouraged to participate in this project during the environmental assessment in 2022. See details of that engagement on the EngageWR project page.
Project details
Getting around during construction
Closures
Construction will proceed in stages, from Fischer-Hallman Road heading to Trussler Road. During each stage, Bleams Road will be closed to through traffic. Local access will be maintained for emergency vehicles, residents and patrons of the immediate area. As each stage is completed, it will be reopened to traffic.
Detour
A detour will be in place on Fischer-Hallman, Ottawa and Trussler for through traffic. Emergency Services have been notified of the construction, closures and detours to minimize any disruptions to services.
Pedestrian access
Pedestrian traffic will be maintained along Bleams Road from Forestwalk Street to Fischer Hallman Road. Pedestrians should follow the signs as they walk through the site.
Property and business access
Access will be available to all businesses, institutions and residences in the construction area, with only temporary impacts to access. Businesses remain open.
Project studies and resources
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Additional notes
This project supports the Region of Waterloo's strategic focus areas(External link): Climate aligned growth, Homes for all and Equitable services and opportunities.
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