Lethbridge Waste & Recycling Centre starts five-week road project Aug. 23
City crews will begin excavation and paving at a key intersection inside the facility this weekend, with some work scheduled outside normal hours to reduce disruption.
Why it matters
Residents using the WRC for waste and recycling drop-offs should expect delays and plan extra travel time over the next five weeks.
The City of Lethbridge says road construction will begin Sunday, Aug. 23 at the Waste & Recycling Centre (WRC), focusing on the main intersection within the site and the east road leading to public and commercial drop-off areas.
City officials say the project involves excavation, base preparation and paving, and is intended to improve traffic flow throughout the facility. The work is expected to take about five weeks, weather permitting.
Access to the landfill, drop-off areas, the Blue Sky Centre and other facilities will remain open throughout construction. To reduce delays, some work will be done outside regular operating hours.
The city is advising visitors to budget extra travel time during construction and to drive cautiously while following directions from scale house attendants. Additional details are available through the City of Lethbridge's Interactive WebMAP.
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