Sawmill Road at Ebycrest Road

Overview

Project number: 07553 | Updated: August 2026

The Region of Waterloo is constructing a single-lane roundabout at the Sawmill Road and Ebycrest Road intersection in Woolwich. This decision is based on technical studies and the Region's current experience with roundabouts and input received from the public during the engagement period.

The technical studies for this project show:

A roundabout would result in fewer injury collisions than the signalized intersection
A roundabout would result in fewer delays to all users
Life cycle cost of a roundabout is equal or better than the traffic signal with left turn lanes
A roundabout would reduce idling times resulting in fuel savings and reduced emissions

Construction will be taking place in stages:

Stage 1: Bloomingdale Road and Kraft Drive (August - October 2026)
Stage 2: Sawmill Road and Kraft Drive (October 2026)
Stage 3: Sawmill/Ebycrest/Bloomingdale/Kraft - Full closure (October - November 2026)

Schedule

Design and planning: 2022–2024
Utility relocations: Fall 2026
Construction: August - November 2026

Note: timing may be affected by weather conditions and changing project scope; updates will be posted as needed.

Budget

$3,765,000

Getting around during construction

Construction will begin on or about August 24, 2026, with the main work expected to be completed by November 2026.

During Stage 1, Bloomingdale Road and Kraft Drive will be closed to through traffic, with local access maintained. Two-way traffic will remain on Sawmill Road and Ebycrest Road.

Drivers can use Bridge Street and Ebycrest Road as detour routes. Traffic may travel on gravel surfaces and be controlled by flag persons at times. Delays are expected.