Maddock & Wascana - Storm Drain, Sanitary and Water Utility Upgrades
Maddock-Wascana Street Utility Upgrades
Project Update:
Traffic impacts:
Wascana St from Maddock Avenue North to Burnside Rd W may be partially closed during Working Hours from September 21st to 25th.
As Water Quality testing is currently occurring for the new main, the crew has demobilized. They will return once all tests have passed on the main. Smaller crews may be on site to retest the main when needed.
What's happening?
We are replacing storm drain mains, sanitary mains and water mains on Wascana from Obed Avenue to Burnside Road West, with additional works on Maddock Avenue, Qu'Appelle Street, and Davin Street.
Why is it important?
Many sections of sanitary and storm drain mains along Wascana Street were found to be in poor condition, while there is also a history of water main breaks and service connection leaks due to aging infrastructure.
When?
Construction for the storm & sanitary portion of this project is scheduled to last from November 7, 2025 through early-August 2026.
The water main replacement portion of this project is currently scheduled to start early April 2026 and last until Fall of 2026.
How will this affect me during construction?
Vehicle access will be impacted by possible closures and single lane alternating traffic. Residents will still have access to their properties during construction. Traffic control personnel and signage will be in place to help direct vehicles, cyclists, and pedestrians around the work area. Our Public Works crews will notify residents of any direct impacts to their properties or access.
Phases
Maddock & Wascana upgrades
Construction includes sanitary, storm and watermain upgrades to be completed by the District of Saanich's Public Works team.