Project Update - Fall 2024
Construction on the northbound overpass is complete and will open to traffic in mid-September 2024. Opening the overpass eliminates the need for vehicles to wait at the rail crossing and will improve traffic flow.
Once the northbound structure is open, both northbound and southbound traffic will be detoured onto the new overpass to allow work to begin on the southbound overpass. Work on the southbound overpass will start in fall 2024 and continue through 2025.
Additional Construction Impacts
- Once traffic has been routed onto the new overpass, the 82 Avenue and 50 Street intersection will be closed and will remain closed until fall 2026. Pedestrian access will be maintained.
- This fall, (over approximately 4 weeks) lane closures will occur in stages at the 90 Avenue and 50 Street intersection, beginning with the closure of the westbound lanes, followed by the eastbound lanes. These closures will enable ongoing storm sewer work.
Construction Bulletins
Fall 2024
82 Avenue and 50 Street Intersection Closure
90 Avenue and 50 Street Lane Closures
About the Project
50 Street provides access to adjacent developing industrial areas and functions as a major north-south commuter and goods movement corridor. Currently, the at-grade Canadian Pacific (CP) railway crossing along 50 Street, north of Sherwood Park Freeway, is identified as the City’s top priority location for grade separation based on delays, traffic impact, frequency of train crossings and other factors.
With ongoing development along 50 Street, particularly along the industrial and residential areas south of Sherwood Park Freeway, traffic volumes and congestion at this crossing will continue to increase. The 50 Street widening and railway grade separation will:
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Widen 50 Street to a 6 lane divided roadway between Sherwood Park Freeway and 90 Avenue
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Create an overpass for vehicles and active transportation over the rail crossing
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Construct a shared-use path on the east side of 50 Street
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Upgrade the sidewalk on the west side of 50 Street
Construction between Sherwood Park Freeway and 90 Avenue started in 2022. The project is expected to be complete by the end of 2026.
Sherwood Park Freeway to 76 Avenue
Reconstruction of 50 Street from Sherwood Park Freeway to 76 Avenue has also been identified. This work will include widening 50 Street to a 6-lane divided roadway, including the shared-use path and sidewalks, relocation of overhead utilities and replacement and widening of the existing 50 Street bridge over Sherwood Park Freeway. This area is currently unfunded and will not be constructed with the north part of 50 Street.
