Overnight closure on 68 Avenue for CN rail track replacement

The City of Grande Prairie advises residents that CN is set to replace a defective section of track at the 68 Avenue rail crossing between Resources Road and 92 Street.

To safely complete this work, all lanes, eastbound and westbound, will be closed overnight from October 23 into the early morning of October 24. The closure is scheduled during nighttime hours to minimize traffic disruption.

To assist drivers with planning alternate routes, variable message boards will be installed today to alert commuters in advance of the planned closure and upcoming detour.

Key Details:

• Location: 68 Avenue CN rail crossing between Resources Road and 92 Street.
• Date and Time: 6 p.m. on October 23, 2024 to 7 a.m. on October 24, 2024.
• Detour: A signed detour will be in place directing traffic around the closure site.

Additional Information:

• Pedestrians will be accommodated through the area but should use caution due to uneven surfaces.
• Increased noise from equipment and tools is expected to occur during the replacement process.

Transit Impacts:
Transit Route 9 will be detoured during this period. Please visit the City Transit page for up-to-date route information.

• Visit the City Transit page for updates.
• Log into the On Demand app at Grande Prairie My Ride (ridewithvia.com) to schedule your rides.
• Use the "Where's My Bus" Bus Tracker feature for real-time bus locations.
• Contact 311 for assistance in planning your trip.

The City appreciates the community's patience and cooperation as CN completes this critical infrastructure work.

For more information, visit the Traffic Planner Map or contact AccessGP at 311 or email [email protected].