Macleod Trail S.E. Median Barriers Project
Project update - August 2026
Construction has continued throughout the spring and summer, with several major pieces of work completed and a few underway.
High-tension cable and concrete median barriers have been installed along Macleod Trail between Shawnessy Boulevard and Lake Fraser Drive, along with associated curb replacement. Work to protect bridge piers is also completed at the Shawnessy Boulevard and Canyon Meadows overpasses, as well as at the pedestrian bridge.
Phase 1 of the Bannister Road Bridge rehabilitation is complete, with Phase 2 now underway. Road resurfacing has also progressed, with milling and the first layer of asphalt completed on Macleod Trail from Shawnessy Boulevard to south of the Bannister Road Bridge and on Shawnessy Boulevard S.W. Resurfacing of Shawnessy Drive S.W. is now complete.
What's happening and when
Upcoming work
Fall 2026
- Median Barriers: High-tension cable and concrete median barrier installation (including curb replacement) from Lake Fraser Drive to 99 Ave.
- Pier Protection: Construction on the Anderson Rd overpass.
- Bannister Road Bridge: Completion of rehabilitation work.
- Paving & Resurfacing: Final top lift application for Macleod Trail (from Shawnessy Blvd to south of Bannister Rd Bridge) and Shawnessy Blvd S.W.
- Landscaping: Weed removal, topsoil placement, and hydroseeding along the median.
Spring 2027
- Paving & Resurfacing: Macleod Trail resurfacing (from south of Bannister Rd Bridge to Fish Creek).
Please note: Dates may change due to weather or other reasons
Completed work
Spring – Summer 2026
- Median Barriers: High-tension cable and concrete median barrier installation along Macleod Trail (from Shawnessy Blvd to Lake Fraser Drive), including curb replacement.
- Pier Protection: Construction on the Shawnessy Blvd, Canyon Meadows, and pedestrian bridge overpasses.
- Bannister Road Bridge Rehabilitation: Phase 1 complete; Phase 2 currently underway.
- Paving & Resurfacing:
- Milling and base lift completed for Macleod Trail (from Shawnessy Blvd to south of Bannister Rd Bridge) and Shawnessy Blvd S.W.
- Shawnessy Drive S.W. resurfacing complete.
November 2025
- Install 1400 m length of median barriers
- Complete the pier protection of Shawnessy Boulevard overpass
October 2025
- Complete 2800 m of curb replacement along Macleod Trail from Shawnessy Boulevard to Banister Road Bridge
- Complete curb replacement along Shawnessy Drive S.W. at 50 per cent
September 2025
- Constructing median barrier improvements along Macleod Trail from Shawnessy Boulevard S.W. to Canyon Meadows Drive
August 2025
- Contractor has been selected
What to expect during construction
We understand that construction can be disruptive. We’ll do our best to minimize its impact.
- Lane Closures: At least two lanes on Macleod Trail S.E. will stay open in each direction. Please follow signs and detours.
- Work hours: General work hours will be from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., Monday to Sunday. Milling and paving will take place at night from 9 p.m. to 5 a.m.
- Bridge Work: Bannister Road S.E. Bridge will have long-term lane closures. At least three lanes will stay open in each direction.
- Noise and Vibrations: Nearby residents may hear or feel construction. We’ll work to reduce this when possible.
- Transit: Transit routes near Anderson Road S.E. might be affected by ramp closures. Check calgarytransit.com for updates.
About the project
What’s included in the project:
- New safety barriers along Macleod Trail S. from Shawnessy Boulevard S.W. to 99 Avenue
- Road resurfacing (mill and inlay) on Macleod Trail from Shawnessy Boulevard S.W. to Fish Creek and Shawnessy Drive
- Bannister Road Bridge rehabilitation
The City of Calgary has combined three road projects into one. This helps save money, avoid delays, and make the work safer. By hiring one contractor instead of three, we can reduce the time it takes to finish the work and avoid having too many crews in the same area at once.
The total budget for this project is $22.1 million. It is:
- Improving the condition of the road and bridge
- Making the infrastructure last longer
- Helping to prevent crashes and make the road safer for everyone
Paving schedule traffic impacts
For information on all roadwork that can affect your commute, parking space or sidewalk use, please refer to one or more of the following daily traffic information resources.
- calgary.ca/trafficinfo – find real-time information on road disruptions (detours, lane/road closures, accidents etc), including paving activities, that may affect your movement around Calgary.
- 107.9 FM – tune in to our dedicated Traffic Advisory Radio station for up to the minute information that'll help keep you on the move.
