47 Avenue to Reopen This Week
Posted on:Construction is nearing completion. 47 Avenue between Highway 20 and Charles Industrial Way will open to the public Friday, October 10, 2025.
What’s the latest?
- The intersection at 47 Avenue and Thevenaz Industrial Trail/Iron Gate Blvd will return to its pre-construction setup, with stop signs for northbound and southbound traffic
What about the traffic lights?
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The Town is waiting for our third-party contractors to install traffic signals. Once the lights are installed, they will be tested and activated, replacing the stop signs. This will take place some time in the future
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The trail in the area will remain gravel until the 2026 construction season, as we wait for utility work to be completed first. By waiting, we avoid potential damage that could occur during shallow utility installations
The road doesn’t quite look finished. Why?
- A second lift of asphalt will be installed in 2026. This is often a standard practice. We wait to install the final layer of asphalt to allow the road and surrounding areas to settle. This helps prevent cracks or uneven surfaces
- If any concrete removals are needed after the winter season, they can be done without cutting into brand-new asphalt, keeping the final road surface smooth and clean
What about everything else?
- Landscaping in the area will be complete in 2026, following all other utility installations, final road work, etc.
- Once the intersection reopens, traffic signals along Highway 20 (on Herder Drive and 47 Ave) will return to pre-construction timing
The Town would like to thank Lakers and local businesses for their patience during the construction. We’re confident the upgrades and enhancements to these areas will benefit the community for years to come, helping to keep Sylvan Lake ‘Brilliant All Year’.
Learn more about the project on Engage Sylvan Lake.
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