Major Chilliwack road construction project could begin in just a matter of months

CHILLIWACK – The City of Chilliwack now anticipates that reconstruction on a primary arterial through Sardis could get underway in just a matter of months.

On its website, the City of Chilliwack says the Watson Road reconstruction project between Tyson Road and Vedder Road will provide a safe pathway for active transportation users and improve traffic flow and safety.

More specifically, the public works project consists of the following improvements:

• Roadway widening to include a new centre turning lane.
• Curb, gutter and roadway paving.
• A multi-use pathway on the north side and a sidewalk on the south side of Watson Road. Both will be separated from vehicle traffic with landscaping and street trees.
• Street lighting.
• Drainage and sanitary works.
• Crosswalk and transit stop improvements.
• Signage and road markings.