Current Roadwork Projects
Current Roadwork Projects
This page contains current updates on key roadwork and rehabilitation projects in Martensville. Check here for information on timelines, detours, and safety updates.
Centennial Drive North Upgrade Project
Overview
The City of Martensville is moving forward with Phase 1 of the Centennial Drive North Upgrade Project, beginning on May 22nd, 2026, with a projected end date of September 1st, 2026. This key infrastructure investment was identified as a priority in the City’s 2026 Budget with partial funding provided through the Canada Community-Building Fund Program.
This project will update a section of Centennial Drive North by replacing aging roadway infrastructure, improving storm drainage capacity, and enhancing safety and accessibility for motorists, pedestrians, nearby residents, and local businesses. During construction, road closures and temporary access routes will be in place to help maintain access for residents, businesses, and emergency services while work is underway.
Project Maps
Schedule & Temporary Access Road
- Off-road work and mobilization has commenced, with full mobilization and water drainage work on the west side of Centennial Drive scheduled to begin on May 22nd, 2026. This work will not require any road closures or traffic detours.
- A temporary roadway must be constructed to maintain access to properties and businesses located adjacent (east) of the Centennial Drive North project. Construction of the temporary roadway (illustrated in red) is scheduled to begin May 26th, 2026, and is expected to be completed by June 1st, 2026. Access to businesses from Centennial Drive will be maintained throughout this work.
- Beginning June 1st, 2026, a section of Centennial Drive will be closed and the detour plan will be implemented. Access to businesses adjacent to the Centennial Drive North project area will be maintained via the temporary roadway (illustrated in red) and will be available from the north (heading south) direction only.
- The project is projected to be completed by September 1st, 2026. The construction schedule is dependent on favourable weather and site conditions, and dates or timelines may be adjusted in the event of delays.
- To help maintain the project schedule, crews will also be working on alternating Saturdays throughout construction. No work will take place on Sundays.
Benefits
- Safer and more accessible pedestrian connections, including sidewalks and a future crosswalk
- Improved and more durable roadway
- Supports future commercial development on both sides of the road
- Better traffic flow and access for motorists (5 lanes wide and a center turning lane)
- Upgraded storm drainage infrastructure including catchbasins and curbing
Project Updates
July 16, 2026
This week’s roadwork progress has involved the contractor continuing excavation work on the west side of Centennial Drive, removing and hauling excess material from the site. Crews have also begun installing the granular road subbase and weeping tile.
Since additional gravel was added to the temporary roadway last week, conditions have remained stable and acceptable.
The laneway adjacent to the work area was inspected this week and no additional maintenance was required. Regular inspections will continue throughout the project.
The City continues to work with the RCMP to monitor traffic and support enforcement efforts along the detour route.
The project remains slightly behind schedule due to previous weather-related delays. However, by completing granular installation while excavation continues, the contractor expects to recover some lost time.
The contractor is not scheduled to work on Saturday, July 18. Next week, excavation work will continue, with crews installing granular material on the east side of the roadway.
July 9, 2026
The road contractor has continued excavation work on Centennial this week, including removing excess material and exposing utilities around the site for future work. While most excavation work was anticipated to be completed this week, recent wet weather has slowed progress. Crews have worked on moving dirt and water to improve site conditions and prepare for trucks again this week.
On the temporary access roadway, additional material was added where potholes were becoming an issue. The added material will help the contractor with better road maintenance going forward.
Additionally, the contractor widened the temporary access to the garage south of Smokehaus to improve access where the space between the future sidewalk and the existing driveway was limited.
The contractor plans to work on Saturday, July 11. Coming up this week, excavation and material removal work will continue. Crews will also begin preparing the roadway for granular installation, anticipated to start next week.
The project is currently slightly behind schedule due to recent rainfall and site conditions.
July 3, 2026
Road construction on Centennial Drive has experienced minor delays due to rainy weather conditions. Although recent rainfall resulted in the loss of several workdays, the overall project timeline remains on track.
The road contractor spent the first part of the week excavating Centennial Drive in prepartion for concrete curb and sidewalk installation. Steady rain created challenging site conditions, requiring crews to spend considerable time pumping water and allowing the area to dry before work could continue. As a result, the contractor has left the site for the remainder of the week while conditions improve. The underground contractor remains on site completing adjustments to an existing sanitary manhole.
Coming up this week, the road contractor will resume excavation and removal of excess material along Centennial Drive to prepare for curb and sidewalk pouring.
Despite the wet weather, the temporary roadway has held up well and has required only minimal maintenance. The adjacent laneway continues to be monitored regulary, with grading completed as required.
In response to public safety concerns regarding increased traffic volumes and speeding along 1st Avenue North, the City will be installing a temporary three-way stop at the intersection of 1st Avenue North and 6th Street North. Billboard-style signs located at Centennial Drive and 3rd Street, as well as at North Hills Park, have been updated to highlight that all businesses on Centennial remain open during construction.
June 25, 2026
The project continues to progress and remains on schedule. This week, the underground contractor finished backfilling of trenches. Roadway contractors moved on to the site and began preparatory work including locating existing utilities.
Road construction work occuring along Centennial Drive, including excavating and hauling away excess material, will continue.
On the temporary roadway access, additional materials were added to address rutting and potholes, as well as smooth out the access road and embankment. The adjacent laneway was also checked mid-week and was graded. With potential for rain in the coming days, inspection is planning to check the condition of the temporary road and make touch-ups as needed.
In response to concerns regarding increased traffic and detours, a heightened enforcement presence was maintained along 1st Avenue North and Baycroft Drive, particularly mid-week.
Crews were expected to be working on Saturday, June 27th – but this may change due to weather conditions.
June 18, 2026
Construction continues to progress on schedule along Centennial Drive. This week, crews continued storm sewer work, including the installation of catch basins, storm sewer and force main pipes, and manholes. The remaining underground work and backfilling of trenches will be completed over the coming days, after which the underground contractor will demobilize from the site.
Next week, roadway construction will begin, with crews preparing for and installing curb and sidewalk base. This work will continue into the following week.
The temporary roadway continues to be monitored and maintained, with grading and additional material added to address rutting and potholes. Drainage improvements were also completed around the temporary culvert to help maintain proper water flow.
The City continues to monitor traffic along detour routes. Increased enforcement remains in place on 1st Avenue North and Baycroft Drive, and directional signage has been updated to better guide customers to businesses located south of the construction area.
The underground contractor will be working on Saturday, June 20, to complete the remaining work and site cleanup. Overall, the project remains on schedule with no significant impacts to the planned timeline.
June 11, 2026
Work continues to progress on the Centennial Drive North Improvement Project. Crews have completed most of the storm sewer pipe and manhole installations and are expected to finish this phase of work shortly. Once complete, the contractor will begin backfilling the roadway and removing excess material from the site.
In the coming week, work will focus on the installation of catch basins and the main junction manhole along Centennial Drive.
Roadway assessments have been completed, and grading work will be undertaken to address rutting and potholes and improve temporary driving conditions. The adjacent laneway was also reviewed, and no additional maintenance work was determined to be necessary at this time.
The City continues to monitor traffic impacts along detour routes, particularly on 1st Avenue North. Additional traffic enforcement and speed display signs are being used to address speeding concerns. Project signage has also been adjusted following recent wind damage, and updates are being made to directional signage near Centennial Drive and Baycroft Drive to better assist customers accessing local businesses.
At this time, the project remains on schedule despite periodic rainfall throughout the week.
June 4, 2026
Commencement of the partial closure of Centennial Drive began on June 2nd, as well as the start of roadways work. This week also saw detour and street signage placed along routes, with additional detour signs and barricades added along routes including 1st Ave. North.
Roadways work includes the milling of Centennial Drive. Excavation and trenching of Centennial Drive will continue in the upcoming week for the storm pipeline and catch basins. This includes scheduled work for Saturday, June 6th.
Despite precipitation through the early part of the week, the work schedule has not been altered.
May 29, 2026
The project remains in its early stages and is currently progressing on schedule.
Starting June 1st, Centennial Drive North from 3rd Street North to approximately the 500 Block of Centennial Drive North will be closed to traffic as construction work continues.
Businesses are still accessible. A temporary access route will open and be in use starting June 1 to help maintain access to businesses along Centennial Drive. All businesses will remain open during construction and can be accessed and exited using the temporary route during their regular business hours.
Please follow all posted detour and directional signage while travelling through the area.
Project updates and ongoing information will be continue to be shared here and on the City’s social media accounts.
We appreciate your patience and cooperation as this important infrastructure project continues.
Project Updates
May 29, 2026
The project remains in its early stages and is currently progressing on schedule.
Starting June 1st, Centennial Drive North from 3rd Street North to approximately the 500 Block of Centennial Drive North will be closed to traffic as construction work continues.
Businesses are still accessible. A temporary access route will open and be in use starting June 1 to help maintain access to businesses along Centennial Drive. All businesses will remain open during construction and can be accessed and exited using the temporary route during their regular business hours.
Please follow all posted detour and directional signage while travelling through the area.
Project updates and ongoing information will be continue to be shared here and on the City’s social media accounts.
We appreciate your patience and cooperation as this important infrastructure project continues.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
How will this work impact access to businesses next to the roadway project?
We understand that this project will impact access to these businesses. Access to these businesses will be maintained via Centennial Drive from the southbound direction only. Access routes and signage will be in place to help customers and deliveries safely reach local businesses.
Will the temporary access road be remediated once the work is completed?
Yes, the temporary access road will be remediated and restored once construction is complete.
Why is traffic from Centennial Drive being detoured onto Baycroft Drive instead of 1st Avenue North?
Baycroft Drive is designated as a collector road, while 1st Avenue North is classified as a local road. Collector roads are designed to accommodate higher traffic volumes and are constructed to support heavier commercial vehicle loads, making them better suited to serve as detour routes during construction.