It may be an inconvenience for summer travellers but there is no question the work is needed so drivers across the province should keep patience in mind and also safety.
With more than $260 million in grading, paving, bridge building and other projects underway in Saskatchewan there will be delays and set backs.
"The major work going on in our province ranges from creating passing lanes south of Fort Qu'Appelle to surfacing the Dalmeny access road to extensive work on Highway 55 in the northwest," says Highways and Infrastructure Minister Don McMorris. "It's important that drivers slow to 60 km/hr in work zones so we can make sure that all of this important work is carried out safely."
New maintenance and upgrade projects underway this week include $559,000 of surfacing work on Highway 3 near Paradise Hill.
Drivers must slow to 60 km/hr in work zones or else face fines starting at $300.
A weekly construction update provides Saskatchewan residents with the latest details on projects underway to help to plan safe and efficient travel throughout the summer and fall.
Additional travel information about emergency road closures, the status of ferries and barges and other road activities can also be found on the Highway Hotline at www.highways.gov.sk.ca/road-conditions.
As a rule nobody likes to be inconvenienced but we'll take that over potholes and cracks. Enjoy the summer and drive safely!
