14 Street S.W. Reconstruction - Anderson Road to Canyon Meadows Drive S.W.
Project update - September 18, 2023
2023 construction
Phase one of required Enmax line relocation work is scheduled to begin in early October 2023 (see map below). This work will take place on both the west and east sides of 14 Street S.W., including:
- Removal and/or replacement of existing overhead power poles and lines (west side)
- Installation of new electrical conduit (east side)
Starting in late October, crews will begin underground utility work, including:
- Installation of stormwater line (east side)
- Completion of underground stormwater pipe connection (west side, within the golf course)
Some tree removals may be required to accommodate underground utility work; these will be completed in adherence to all required regulations.
Intermittent lane closures on 14 Street S.W. are expected to take place in fall 2023, including a full, three-week closure to install the storm pipe tie-in under the roadway. Details and timelines will be posted on this page once confirmed.
2024 construction
Roadway reconstruction and other project work is scheduled to begin in early spring 2024. This will include:
- Pavement reconstruction and realignment of existing traffic lanes
- Relocation of intersection/access into the Canyon Meadows Golf Course
- Streetlighting and landscaping
- Addition of a new walking and wheeling connection along the east side of 14 Street S.W. from Canyon Meadows Dr. to Anderson Rd. with a connection along the south side of Anderson Rd. to the existing overpass at Dr. E.P. Scarlett High School.
A full, two-month closure of 14 Street S.W. will be required in spring/early summer 2024 to accommodate roadway reconstruction.
The City will also be completing pavement resurfacing work on Elbow Drive S.W., from Anderson Road to Canyon Meadows Drive, in coordination with the 14 Street S.W. Reconstruction project.
This work is scheduled to begin in late summer 2024, once reconstruction of 14 Street S.W. is complete and the roadway is re-opened.
Public information session
The project team held an information session on May 16, 2023 to share details on the project, construction plans and timelines.
View the information boards from the session for details.
Updated boards – July 2023: View the updated information boards for details on the new pathway and the Elbow Drive resurfacing work.
Project overview
As part of a continuing program of major road restoration, The City is planning to complete road reconstruction on 14 Street S.W. from Anderson Road to Canyon Meadows Drive S.W.
There will be no changes to the number of lanes on the roadway as part of the current reconstruction project. A design will be completed for a potential future upgrade of this section of 14 Street S.W. from a two-lane road to a four-lane parkway, which may be warranted in the long-term.
By including the future four-lane road in the current design, The City is minimizing or eliminating potential throw-away costs.
A new pathway will be constructed along the east side of 14 Street S.W. and will be connected to the east to an existing pedestrian overpass on Anderson Road. Building this new pathway follows Council’s guiding principles and aligns with providing accessibility, mobility choices and connections for pedestrians and cyclists.
These upgrades will bring the design of the road up to modern standards, enhance safety and improve traffic flow, while improving connections for pedestrians and cyclists.
In addition, an opportunity was identified to include the Elbow Drive Resurfacing project work (Anderson Road to Canyon Meadows Drive) within the 14 Street S.W. Reconstruction project scope. This coordination will reduce construction impacts in the area, minimize coordination between different contractors and reduce overall construction costs. Elbow Drive Resurfacing is included in The City’s current capital plan as a high priority for rehabilitation and resurfacing.
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Project details
The project will include:
- Pavement reconstruction and realignment of existing traffic lanes
- Relocation of intersection/access into the Canyon Meadows Golf Course
- Installation of a new stormwater system
- Utility relocations
- Streetlighting and landscaping
- Addition of a new walking and wheeling connection along the east side of 14 Street S.W. from Canyon Meadows Dr. to Anderson Rd. with a connection along the south side of Anderson Rd. to the existing overpass at Dr. E.P. Scarlett High School.
A noise study has also been completed; based on the findings of this study, sound walls will not be installed as part of the current reconstruction project.
Project background
14 Street S.W. is a popular, high-use corridor which extends from north to south Calgary, connecting to important routes and destinations throughout the city. On the south end, the segment from Anderson Road to Canyon Meadows Drive S.W. is a two-lane rural road in need of rehabilitation.
The proposed reconstruction project would enhance safety and provide a more comfortable experience for all modes of travel, while helping to ensure the roadway remains in good condition for years to come.
Timeline
- Finalize design: Early summer 2023
- Construction start: Fall 2023
- Construction completion: Fall 2024
Construction activities are dependent on several factors. Timelines could change due to inclement weather, underground conditions and/or other unexpected circumstances.
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For more information, please contact the project team at 14StreetSW@calgary.ca
Budget
The project has been approved for construction in the current four-year capital budget cycle. The budget will be updated once the construction estimates are finalized.