Major Construction Projects
The Town is committed to annual maintenance, upgrades and repairs to our roads and infrastructure, adding to the quality of life we enjoy in High River.
2022 Major Construction Projects
The Town of High River is committed to continuous infrastructure improvements to ensure a well-maintained road and lane way system for residents and visitors.
The following projects are expected to occur in the 2022 construction season. More details such as start dates, locations, detours will be added as information becomes available. Make sure to follow us on social media, and check this page often.
Major Projects Map
2022 Major Construction Projects
Beachwood Cleanup and Restoration Winter 2022
The project is to be split into two phases.
Phase 1: January 2022 – Decommissioning of the site which includes removal of roads and sidewalks, manholes, valves and the lift station. Spreading out soil pile on the east side of the site.
Phase 2 – Naturalization of the site which may include topsoil, seeding, vegetation planting.
Watch for updates on Phase 2 here and on the Town's social media channels.
Waste Water Treatment Plant – Upgrade 2022
Watch for updates here.
4th Avenue SE deep utility replacement between 3rd and 5th Street SE completion work
The work is part of the annual Street Replacement Program to repair and upgrade aging infrastructure including deep utilities, roads, and sidewalks. Project completion is spring/summer 2022. Resident notices will be delivered with more details.
SE Phase 4 - Mains Replacement - amenities and top lift 2022
Deficiency work, parking lot line painting, landscaping, 7th Avenue sidewalk tie in with 1st Street SW and tree installation to take place in 2021. The town is preparing an amenity plan for Centre Street (benches, planters etc.) for approval and installs in 2022.
Installation of amenities (benches, garbage cans, planters etc.) deferred until the spring of 2022. Top lift (final) paving and warranty work to be scheduled for summer 2022.
River Clean-up
The Town conducted an inspection of the Highwood River throughout the Town in fall to identify and debris that may pose a hazard to the public. A number of items were identified for removal. The Town is working towards gaining all regulatory approvals so that these items can be removed from the river in 2021.
Preserving the Town Farm
The Town is currently working on a new Statement of Significance (SoS) and a designating Bylaw for the Town Farm property. The SoS and designation bylaw usually reflect the historic name for the property – or the name under which its historical significance is recognized. In addition, a subdivision application is currently underway, and the Transmittal of Decision has been issued. Once the subdivision has been finalized and registered, the associated bylaw and SOS will be brought forward to Council for consideration.
Bank Armouring
Three locations were identified in 2020 that will require stabilization along the Highwood River in the vicinity of Northwest 2 and 3 dikes. The Town is in the preliminary stages of developing a strategy to stabilize these areas. Work will be undertaken in 2021 or 2022 depending upon the timing of regulatory approvals.
Community Pathways Network Project
Community Pathways Network Project
Serving as a partner project between the Town and Rotary Club of High River, the Community Pathways Network Extension Project is an opportunity to utilize and enhance our community’s natural greenspaces. In conjunction with the Town of High River’s Parks, Trails and Open Space Master Plan, the project will formalize and connect pathways already in use by residents to bridge gaps in the Happy Trails pathway network.
Creating marked and accessible trails for the community, the project will feature amenities such as garbage bins and benches. The upgraded trails will also be safer and more accessible for a variety of users with wider trails and new signage, while keeping the area as natural as possible.
View the Community Pathways Network Project Plan here.