Welcome to the West Main Street Area Infrastructure Improvements - Phase 2 project page. This page will provide residents, homeowners, business owners, and visitors with an overview of the construction work, additional resources, and the opportunity to connect with the project team.


Scope of work

This project is taking place on West Main Street between Prince Charles Drive and the west limits of the Main Street bridge, as well as Denistoun Street (north of West Main Street), and includes the following work:

  • City’s replacement of the watermain and sanitary sewers, including laterals and services with new cleanouts and curb boxes at the property line on both West Main Street and Denistoun Street (north of West Main Street) and installation of a new Regional sanitary trunk sewer on West Main Street.
  • Road reconstruction with new road granular base, base and top asphalt, and curbs and sidewalks on both West Main Street and Denistoun Street (north of West Main Street only), including new Regional storm sewers, signalization, illumination, and streetscaping on West Main Street.


Traffic disruptions

Some lanes will need to close while crews install underground utilities. At times, entire blocks may be closed to allow for this work. If a driveway needs to be closed, the contractor will let the affected property owners know ahead of time.

There will also be road closures along West Main Street for certain parts of the construction. Detour routes will be shared on the City’s website, and signs will be posted to help guide drivers.


Water shutdowns

If there’s an unexpected emergency water shutdown, we’ll do our best to let you know, but it might not always be possible. If your water looks brown or discoloured, let it run until it’s clear. If it still looks discoloured after running for more than 20 minutes, please call the City’s water department at 905-735-1700 x3000.


Community engagement

  • Public Information Centre (PIC):
    • A Public Information Centre will be held on April 23, 2025, from 4 to 6 p.m. in the Community Room on the main floor of Welland City Hall. Presentation boards and long plots of the project area will be available for viewing, and they'll be added to this page after the public session.
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