Berry Rd reconstruction work scheduled August 20-23, 2019

Background

Berry Road was reconstructed in the early 90’s as part of the Hwy 97 four lane improvements. The base and subbase gravels are in good condition, but the nearly 30-year-old asphalt is showing its age.

Where

Berry Road, from Highway 97 to the intersection with Okanagan Centre Road East.

What & Why

The following elements will be delivered as part of this project:

• Multi-Use Path: Improvement to the west end of the multi-use path to provide better pedestrian / traffic separation.
• Road: Renewal of the road surface by reclaiming the existing asphalt surface, grading and reshaping the gravels and ground asphalt and new asphalt paving, improvement of the existing roadway drainage and provision of durable, long lasting pavement markings. This project has been scheduled to optimize renewal costs.  As the pavement reaches the end of serviceable life the base and subbase gravels are jeopardized.  If left too long the gravels require replacement as part of a full reconstruction - costing significantly more than renewal. 

When

Construction works will take place the week of August 20^th to 23^rd with minor additional works completed by the end of August.

Effects on the community

Unfortunately, as with any construction project, there will be some inevitable and unavoidable disruption, so here’s what we are doing to reduce the impact as much as possible:

• Project team to canvas the neighbourhood to provide notification and information.
• The Project Management Team will communicate with the community throughout the duration of the project.
• Project information and updates will be available on our website and social media pages.
• A Communications Plan and a Traffic Management Plan will be implemented to keep affected residents, businesses and schools informed and mitigate construction impacts on lifestyle and travel in the community.
• Certain road access restrictions will be in place to keep the public safe and allow the contractor to complete the work as quickly as possible in order to minimize disruption. Expect periods of single alternating traffic and up to 20 minute delays. Berry Road will be closed to west bound traffic from Newene Road to Okanagan Centre Road East during working hours.  Eastbound traffic including transit buses will be unimpeded.  
• Road access for residents and businesses will be maintained throughout the construction period although driveway access may be restricted while construction works take place. Signage will be displayed so alternative routes can be taken to avoid the area of construction.

Information & Contact

Please contact the Project Management Team should you have any concerns about the project or wish to discuss anything in greater detail:

• District of Lake Country: Aron Chatten, DLC Project Manager

email: achatten@lakecountry.bc.ca phone: 778-738-2703

• Contractor – Peters Bros Construction Ltd: Al McDowel, Site Superintendent

email: alanmcdowell@hotmail.ca phone: 250-979-8987

Your cooperation and continued support during the period of construction is greatly appreciated. Project updates and information are on our website at www.lakecountry.bc.ca/projects.

Attachments

Berry Road Resurfacing - Letter to residents 2019-08