Major Storm Sewer Reconstruction on Front Road

The storm sewer reconstruction in LaSalle continues, and crews will be working on Front Road. As this work begins, a full closure of Front Road between Kenwood Boulevard and Laurier Drive will take place from Tuesday, October 21 to Saturday, October 25. The road will be reopened by the end of the day on October 25. 

During the closure, westbound traffic on Laurier Drive will only be able to turn right on Front Road, and westbound traffic on Kenwood Boulevard will only be able to turn left on Front Road.

Detours will be in place: 

• Traffic travelling through LaSalle, and all trucks, should use Malden Road and Sprucewood Avenue.
• Local traffic in LaSalle should use one of the following to avoid the closure:
  • Martin Lane, Matchett Road, and Laurier Drive, or
  • International Avenue, Michigan Avenue and Laurier Drive.
• Emergency vehicles will have access through the construction zone.
• LaSalle Transit Route 25 will be detoured.
• Businesses will remain open and can be accessed using Divine Street.
• Access will also be allowed to residential homes along Front Road, but may be delayed. 

Motorists are asked to avoid the area and find an alternate route. Thank you for your cooperation.  

Background

In 2024, the Town completed Phases 1 and 2 of a Stormwater Master Plan (SWMP) through the Municipal Class Environmental Assessment (EA) process. This study looked at the drainage systems in the area that connect to the Detroit River.

The main goal of the SWMP was to find ways to improve infrastructure to reduce the risk of flooding and protect both public and private property, while also considering the natural environment. All work as part of the Front Road SWMP is partially funded through the Government of Canada through the Disaster Mitigation and Adaptation Fund (DMAF). 

Project overview

·     Installing underground stormwater pipes, storm chambers/manholes, and catch basins. 

·     Building new pump stations at G. Craig Park and near the Riverdance building on Adams Lane. 

Timeline

Starting in July, sewer work on Front Road (between Boismier Avenue and Reaume Road) will reduce traffic from 4 lanes to 2 lanes into December. Expect major traffic delays and plan ahead. All lanes will reopen for the winter.

In early 2026, pump stations work will begin. Lanes will be reduced again to finish the project, including final restoration work. The project is expected to be completed by summer 2026.