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Cherry Street Road Closure - Bridge Investigations

Cherry Street Road Closure - Bridge Investigations

Expected Duration

May 18, 2026 - Jul 17, 2026

Working Hours

Monday to Sunday, 8:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m.

Date of Notice

May 12, 2026

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Map of work impacts on Cherry Street.

What is Happening?

Bridge investigations will be underway on Cherry Street below the rail bridge located between Lake Shore Boulevard West, and Mill Street. Nightly intermittent road and sidewalk closures will reduce traffic to one lane and sidewalk in each direction to accommodate machinery and work activity.

There will be a full road closure overnight on June 1st, 2026.

What to expect

Construction lighting may be visible from the work site.
Where possible, lights from equipment will be positioned away from residential homes to keep light pollution levels low.
Trucks and construction equipment may generate dust during construction.
Crews will take precautions to monitor and reduce dust.
Increased presence of construction vehicles and equipment can be expected in the work area.
Work areas will be clearly marked or fenced off to ensure public safety.
Please exercise caution around active construction sites.
Work may be delayed or rescheduled due to weather or unforeseen circumstances.

Traffic Changes

Minor delays may be experienced near the work zone.
Cherry Street will be reduced for periods of time during the work. Signage will redirect traffic around the work zones.
A paid duty officer, flaggers and detour signs will be onsite to direct traffic as needed.
All businesses in the area will remain open during the work. Please follow signage for access.

Pedestrian Access

Temporary sidewalk closures or pedestrian detours will be in place while the work is underway, with signs in place to direct pedestrians as needed.

Noise and Vibration

Crews will take measures to minimize disruptions to the surrounding area wherever possible.
Residences and businesses in the area can expect noise and vibration caused by construction equipment related to this work.