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Commuters in Regina may see some delays as the Albert Street North Overpasses get some much-needed upgrades.
The overpass upgrade project will begin Monday, and the City of Regina said traffic will be restricted to a single lane in each direction across the northbound lanes throughout the 2025 construction season. The northwest loop ramp will also be closed during this year’s construction season, but detours will be in place to give drivers an alternate route.
The city said the overpasses are vital for both commuters and trucking, but both structures are currently in poor shape.
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“The Albert Street North Overpass Upgrade Project will involve fully replacing both overpasses while reusing much of their existing foundations,” the city said in a statement.
“The southbound overpass will be replaced in 2025 and the northbound overpass in 2026.”
Lane closures on Ring Road will also occasionally be needed in order to keep workers safe during the upgrade project, but the city noted that any full closures on Ring Road will happen overnight or on weekends to minimize traffic disruptions. The city said advance notice of traffic restrictions will be provided as the project takes shape.
The new overpasses will be raised to reduce the potential for damage from over-height vehicles, and will include improved barriers and guardrails to comply with modern safety standards, the city said.
The project is expected to be completed in October of 2026, “and will deliver two fully refurbished overpasses that will support Regina’s transportation network for decades to come.”
