Construction Notices
Updated: Thursday, March 27, 2025
The city regularly posts any utility disruptions, construction notices, or other important notices on this page to ensure residents are informed. This includes but is not limited to:
- Traffic disruptions (detours, road construction, etc.)
- Utility impacts (water shutoffs, power shutoffs, water main flushing, etc.)
- Trails and open space disruptions (trail construction, playground notices, etc.)
New Community Centre Construction – Arena Road
Timeline: March 31, 2025 to April 2025 (Subject to Change)
Please be advised of the installation of underground infrastructure on Arena Road, which will affect a portion of the parking lot at the Team Gushue Complex. The work will occur between the main access to the complex and the skatepark. The work is expected to last 3-4 weeks and will be complete by the end of April. Other construction activities will continue on the site for the duration of the build.
Access to the skatepark will be limited and temporary closures may be necessary. Access to the rest of the facilities at the Team Gushue Complex will be maintained.
We appreciate your patience and understanding as we work diligently to complete this project as swiftly as possible.
Communication is an important part of this process, and we want to ensure you know what to expect during this time. To learn more, please check out the Hey Mount Pearl page or click here!
Burrage Avenue – Water main Break
Timeline: March 15, 2025, between the hours of 8 am and 4 pm (Subject to Change)
The City of Mount Pearl is addressing a water main break on Burrage Avenue affecting properties 1-20 and 2-40. Our crews are working diligently to resolve the issue.
What Residents Should Know: • Water Service: Residents in the affected area may experience temporary water outages, low water pressure, or water discoloration. • Traffic: Burrage Avenue may be closed or have reduced lanes. Please use alternate routes and expect delays. • Safety: We ask all residents to avoid the work area for their safety and to allow our crews to work efficiently.
We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. Updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
For immediate assistance or to report issues related to this water main break, please contact us at 709.748.1000
Stapleton Road Swimming Pool Demolition
Timeline: Starting October 11th, 2024 (Subject to Change)
Please be advised that work to remediate and demolish the Old Pool at 3 Stapleton Road has commenced. Access from the main parking lot to the pathway on Davis Place will remain open and will only be closed when necessary for demolition and removal.
During this period:
- The trail connecting Davis Place and Stapleton Road will be closed
- Stapleton Road will experience periodic closures
- Demolition and remediation work will continue until December 15th 2024
The projected timeline for the remediation and demolition is as follows:
Demolition, Foundation & Soil Excavation November 26 – December 10
Backfilling and Site Demobilization December 10 – 15
To learn more about this project, please click here.
For any issues/concerns, please contact the City of Mount Pearl at 748-1006.
New Community Centre Construction – Team Gushue Complex
Timeline: July 2024 to November 2025. (subject to change)
Please be advised of increased traffic and the use of heavy equipment at Team Gushue Complex as work commences on the construction of a new community centre at the site of the former Smallwood Arena.
While we understand that construction may cause temporary inconvenience, we are committed to minimizing disruption:
Please be mindful of construction zones and adhere to all posted signs and barriers.
Some areas of the sports complex may be temporarily inaccessible. The contractor will provide clear signage and alternative routes to ensure access to the baseball and softball fields, soccer pitches, and the skate park.
We appreciate your patience and understanding as we work diligently to complete this project as swiftly as possible. We are confident that the new community centre will be a cornerstone for our city, bringing long-term benefits that far outweigh the temporary inconveniences.
Communication is an important part of this process, and we want to ensure you know what to expect during this time. To learn more, please click here!
Carroll Drive Construction
Timeline: Starting April 22, 2024 through August 2024 (subject to change)
Please be advised that construction work in the Carroll Drive area will resume for the season on or after Monday, April 22nd.
This street project will include the replacement of underground services, new pavement and concrete, curb and gutter, and
water and sewer. To accommodate the upgrading work, residents can expect some temporary inconveniences such as temporary loss of water service, impacts to traffic, and restrictions to driveway access.
Communication is an important part of this process, and we want to ensure you know what to expect during this time. To learn more, please click here!
Olympic Drive Construction
Timeline: Starting May 1st, 2024 (subject to change)
Please be advised that construction work in the Olympic Drive area will resume for the season on or after Wednesday, May 1st.
This street project will include sidewalk upgrades, new pavement and concrete, and curb & gutter. To accommodate the upgrading work, residents can expect some temporary inconveniences such as temporary loss of water service, impacts to traffic, and restrictions to driveway access.
Communication is an important part of this process, and we want to ensure you know what to expect during this time. To learn more, please click here!
Birch Avenue Construction
Timeline: Starting April 1st, 2024 (subject to change)
Please be advised that construction work in the Birch Avenue area will resume for the season on or after Monday, April 1st.
This street project will include the replacement of underground services, new pavement and concrete, curb and gutter, and
water and sewer. To accommodate the upgrading work, residents can expect some temporary inconveniences such as temporary loss of water service, impacts to traffic, and restrictions to driveway access.
Communication is an important part of this process, and we want to ensure you know what to expect during this time. To learn more, please click here!
Farrell Drive Construction
Timeline: Starting April 1st, 2024 (subject to change)
Please be advised that construction work in the Farrell Drive area will resume for the season on or after Monday, April 1st.
This street project will include the replacement of underground services, new pavement and concrete, curb and gutter, and
water and sewer. To accommodate the upgrading work, residents can expect some temporary inconveniences such as temporary loss of water service, impacts to traffic, and restrictions to driveway access.
Communication is an important part of this process, and we want to ensure you know what to expect during this time. To learn more, please click here!
Mount Carson Avenue and Kenmount Road Intersection – Construction
Timeline: Starting October 18, 2023, and ongoing (subject to change)
Please be advised Starting on Wednesday, October 18, 2023, there will be a construction project at the intersection of Mount Carson and Kenmount Road. While there should be minimal traffic flow delays, please be wary of construction workers, impacts to traffic, such as stop-and-go traffic, and restrictions to driveway access.
If a problem arises, please contact the Department of Public Works at 748-1000.