Macleod Trail S.E. Median Barriers Project
Macleod Trail S.E. median barriers projects
Making daily travel safer and more reliable on a key south Calgary route.
Project overview
Macleod Trail connects people to jobs, schools, businesses and communities across south Calgary. This project will make daily travel safer, provide a smoother ride and help the road and Bannister Road Bridge last longer.
The section of Macleod Trail between Heritage Drive to Highway 22X has one of Calgary’s highest rates of median-related collisions. The new median barriers will help prevent vehicles from crossing into oncoming traffic and reduce the risk of serious head-on collisions.
This project includes:
- Installing median barriers from Shawnessy Boulevard to 99 Avenue.
- Resurfacing Macleod Trail from Shawnessy Boulevard to Fish Creek.
- Resurfacing Shawnessy Drive and part of Shawnessy Boulevard.
- Adding protective barriers around bridge piers, to help stop vehicles from striking the piers and damaging the bridge.
- Repairing the Bannister Road Bridge so people can continue to rely on it for years to come.
Benefits
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A safer commute
New median barriers help stop vehicles from crossing into oncoming traffic. They reduce the risk of serious head-on crashes.
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Smoother travel
New pavement provides a smoother ride and more comfortable trip for people who drive, ride transit or move through the area.
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More reliable trips
Road and bridge repairs help keep this important route open and in good condition. They also lower the risk of larger, unplanned repairs in the future.
Project location
Macleod Trail S.E. from Shawnessy Boulevard S.W. to 99 Avenue S.E., including:
- Bannister Road Bridge
- Shawnessy Boulevard overpass
- Canyon Meadows Drive overpass
- Canyon Meadows pedestrian bridge
- Anderson Road overpass
Road resurfacing extends south to Fish Creek and includes work on Shawnessy Boulevard and Shawnessy Drive.
Wards: 11, 13, 14
Communities: Canyon Meadows, Midnapore, Shawnessy, Sundance and other communities along the corridor.
Project phase
Latest updates
Crews continue improving safety and renewing important infrastructure along Macleod Trail. See construction schedule below.
Current work
- Crews continue rehabilitation work on the Bannister Road Bridge.
- Crews continue installing median barriers along Macleod Trail between Lake Fraser and Willow Park.
- Drivers should expect temporary lane shifts and changing traffic patterns as construction progresses.
- The project team may adjust traffic patterns as construction moves through different stages.
Completed work
- Installed cable and concrete median barriers along Macleod Tail between Shawnessy Boulevard and Lake Fraser Drive.
- Replaced curbs along the corridor to support the new median barriers.
- Added protective barriers around bridge piers at the Shawnessy Boulevard and Canyon Meadows Drive overpasses and at the pedestrian bridge.
- Completed the first phase of repairs on the Bannister Road Bridge.
- Completed resurfacing on Shawnessy Drive S.W.
- Repaved Macleod Trail between Shawnessy Boulevard and Bannister Road Bridge.
Timeline
During construction, crews found some structures were in worse condition than early assessments showed. Additional repairs are needed to complete the work safely and properly.
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Replacing median barriers on Macleod Trail near Willow Park.
Install concrete barrier and replacing the curb.
Replacing the Bannister Road Bridge joints.
Adding protective barriers around bridge piers, to help stop vehicles from striking the piers and damaging the bridge.
Bannister Road Bridge rehabilitation work.
Finished protective barriers around bridge piers.
Construction
Construction will continue through fall 2026.
In spring 2027, crews will complete the remaining road resurfacing from south of Bannister Road Bridge to Fish Creek and install median barriers between Willow Park and 99 Avenue.
Minimizing construction impacts
Construction is part of building a better city, but we know it can affect travel and nearby homes and businesses. We are working hard to reduce impacts wherever possible.
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Keep traffic moving
We will keep at least two lanes open in each direction on Macleod Trail. Temporary lane shifts will help drivers move around work areas.
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Clear detour and signs
Signs will guide drivers through lane shifts and work zones. Drivers can also check Calgary’s traffic information tools before starting their trip.
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Paving at night
Any paving work will be done from 9 p.m. to 5 a.m. to reduce impacts on daytime traffic. General construction may take place from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., Monday to Sunday.
What to expect
- Lane closures: Crews will keep at least two lanes open in each direction on Macleod Trail.
- Bridge work: Long-term lane shifts will remain in place at Bannister Road Bridge.
- Noise and vibration: Nearby residents may hear or feel construction. Crews will reduce these impacts where possible.
- Schedule changes: Weather and site conditions may affect construction dates.
Plan your trip
Check current conditions before travelling:
- calgary.ca/trafficinfo: find real-time information on road disruptions.
- Roadway Activities Map
- Calgary Transit
- Tune in to 107.9 FM for Calgary traffic updates.
Construction work
Please note: Construction schedules may change due to weather or other factors.
Macleod Trail
Macleod Trail
Work schedule
| Estimated timeframe | Construction overview | Details |
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| Estimated timeframe : Fall 2026 | Construction overview : Install median barriers | Details : Install cable and concrete median barriers, including curb replacement, from Lake Fraser Drive to Willow Park. |
| Estimated timeframe : Fall 2026 | Construction overview : Protect bridge piers | Details : Install protective barriers around the Anderson Road overpass piers. |
| Estimated timeframe : Fall 2026 | Construction overview : Complete landscaping | Details : Remove weeds, place topsoil and seed the median. |
| Estimated timeframe : Spring 2027 | Construction overview : Resurface the road and install median barriers | Details : Resurface Macleod Trail from south of Bannister Road Bridge to Fish Creek and install median barriers between Willow Park and 99 Avenue |
Bannister Road Bridge
Bannister Road Bridge
Bridge repairs will occur in several stages. Traffic patterns may change as work progresses. Follow posted signs and check current traffic information before travelling.
Work schedule
| Estimated timeframe | Construction overview | Details |
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Estimated timeframe
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Sept. 13 to Oct. 4 |
Construction overview : Phase 2 Bannister Road Bridge rehabilitation | Details : Work will shift to the two outer southbound Macleod Trail lanes and the Bannister Road exit lane. Traffic will shift to the one inner northbound lanes and two inner southbound lane. |
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Estimated timeframe
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Early October to Oct. 18 |
Construction overview : Phase 3 bridge rehabilitation | Details : Work on the two inner lanes of southbound Macleod Trail. Traffic will shift to the outer two southbound lanes and the inner northbound lane. |
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Estimated timeframe
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Mid-October to early November |
Construction overview : Phase 4 bridge rehabilitation |
Details
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Work will shift to the two inner northbound Macleod Trail lanes over the bridge. Traffic will be redirected to the three outer northbound lanes and the inner southbound lane. |
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Estimated timeframe
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Early November to late November |
Construction overview : Phase 5 bridge rehabilitation | Details : Work will shift to the three outer northbound Macleod Trail lanes. Traffic will shift to the two left northbound lanes and the inner southbound lane. |
Please note: Construction schedules may change due to weather or other factors.
Budget
Total project budget: $22.1 million
To reduce repeated construction, improve safety and provide better value from this investment, we combined three related projects:
- Median barriers and bridge support protection: $11.7 million
- Road resurfacing: $6.4 million
- Bannister Road Bridge repairs: $4 million
Contact
If you have questions or feedback about the project:
- Submit a 311 service request online
- Submit a 311 service request for the Annual Paving Program
- Call 311
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