Chebucto Road - Connaught Avenue – Water System Upgrades     

This work will not impact Halifax Water services in the area.
Published: 6:49 PM | August 21, 2025
Updated: 2:46 PM | August 25, 2025

Dexter Construction on behalf of Halifax Water is currently completing upgrades to the water transmission main along Chebucto Road and Newton Avenue.  

During this portion of the project, the following traffic control will be in place:   
  
Friday, August 22nd from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM 

  • Local traffic only on Newton Avenue from Chebucto Road to 4th Street 
  • Right lane closure on Connaught Ave inbound 

Monday, August 25th from 7:00 AM to 9:30 PM 

  • Local traffic only on Berlin Ave from Connaught Ave to Connolly Street 
  • Alternating lane closure on Connaught Avenue Outbound 

Tuesday, August 26th from 7:00 AM to 9:30 PM 

  • Alternating lane closure on Connaught Avenue Inbound & Outbound 

Wednesday, August 27th from 9:00 AM to 9:30 PM 

  • Right and middle lane closures on Chebucto Road Inbound 
  • Local traffic only on Berlin Ave from Connaught Ave to Connolly Street 

 
For more information on day-time work, please visit Chebucto - Connaught Ave Water System Upgrades | Halifax Water.    
   
Experienced traffic control personnel will be on-site to manage traffic flows.      
    
Motorists should expect delays and use alternate routes. Motorists are also reminded that speed fines double in work zones.     

We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. The closure is necessary to complete the infrastructure upgrades.      

To ensure the safety of our communities and our staff, please maintain a safe distance when Halifax Water staff or contractors are working in your area. 

Halifax Water