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Winston Street Sewer Project

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Winston Street Sewer ProjectWinston Street Sewer Project<div class="ExternalClass93F254D953F54EDF87DB0F5856D25E13"><p>The Winston Street Sewer carries wastewater from the City of Burnaby to the Annacis Island Wastewater Treatment Plant in the City of Delta. To accommodate future growth in the City of Burnaby, and ensure continued protection of public health and the environment, Metro Vancouver is replacing the existing pipe with a new, larger pipe. It will be approximately 3.2 kilometers long and be installed by open trench and tunneling methods. </p><p>Work is occurring over several years in phases. Tunneling construction for Phase Two started in May 2022. The final section of tunneling was completed in 2024, with underground finishing work and restoration expected to continue through to​​​ 2025.​<br></p><ul class="fa-ul"><li><span class="fa-li"><i class="fa-light fa-file"></i></span><a href="/services/liquid-waste/ConstructionDocuments/fact-sheet-winston-street-sewer-2025-apr.pdf" target="_blank">Fact Sheet - Winston Street Se​wer​​</a>​​​<br></li></ul></div>Winston Street, from Lougheed Highway to east of Piper Avenue, City of BurnabyProject

 

 

Construction Is progressingConstruction Is progressing<div class="ExternalClass328F2E12F821412DB0E2BB117ABA0C7E"><p>​<span lang="EN-CA" style="font-size:11pt;font-family:calibri, sans-serif;color:#404040;">Tunnel drive construction and pipe installation is now complete for all four tunnel drives, and two-way traffic has been reinstated along Winston Street in the areas for tunnel drives #1 and #2 from Greenwood Street to Phillips Avenue. </span>​<br></p><p>Read the full update in our <a href="/services/liquid-waste/ConstructionDocuments/newsletter-project-update-construction-progress-winston-street-sewer-2025-apr-17.pdf">newsletter​</a>. <br></p></div>4/22/2025 7:00:00 AM

 

 

Winston Street Sewer Project - Phase Twohttps://metrovancouver.org/services/liquid-waste/ConstructionImages/_t/map-phase-2-winston-street-sewer-project-apr-17-2025_jpg.jpgWinston Street Sewer Project - Phase Two
Winston Street Sewer Project https://metrovancouver.org/services/liquid-waste/ConstructionImages/_t/map-all-phases-winston-street-sewer-apr-17-2025_jpg.jpgWinston Street Sewer Project
Tunneling Construction Graphichttps://metrovancouver.org/services/liquid-waste/ConstructionImages/_t/infographic-tunneling_jpg.jpgTunneling Construction Graphic

 

 

Project activitiesProject activities<div class="ExternalClass6AE43DE619824BB990DA95D5680612FD"><p>​Construction for Phase Two is being completed using tunneling construction methods in scheduled segments along the project area. Work involves c​rews building tunnel shafts at specific locations then lowering and pushing pipe underground from one location to the next using a large tunnel boring machine. </p><p>Each location is a called a tunnel drive. There are four tunnel drives total along the project area.​<br></p></div>
Impacts and mitigationImpacts and mitigation<div class="ExternalClassC44CF563D98443E6AB29616698E46CEC"><p>We are committed to minimzing the impacts of this project on the surrounding community. Local businesses, residents, and commuters will receive ongoing notifications about the project through newsletters, web updates, emails and on-site signage. ​<br></p><p>Construction impacts may include:</p><ul><li>Construction noise and vibration</li><li>Traffic pattern changes and delays</li><li>Construction vehicles in the area<br></li><li>Periods of extended working hours<br></li><li>Parking restrictions</li><li>Dust<br></li></ul><p>There will be temporary lane closures and detours along Winston Street and Lougheed Highway as the project progresses. Bike detours and parking restrictions will be in effect near the work zones. Residents and businesses will be notified in advance about specific traffic impacts as the project progresses. </p><p>Motorists and cyclists are advised to use alternate routes and follow the direction of signage and traffic control personnel.</p>​<br></div>
Work hoursWork hours<div class="ExternalClass54B939E3462E4CB7833B478DE5B1A700"><p>From fall 2022 onwards, crews will begin tunneling work which will require extended working hours. Due to the nature of tunneling, equipment is required to run continuously to safely complete this work, therefore crews will be working 24 hours a day, seven days a week.</p><p>Piling and other noisy activities will be scheduled to take place during the day. Noise levels will be monitored during construction and all work will comply with City of Burnaby bylaws or granted bylaw variances.</p> ​<br></div>
EngagementEngagement<div class="ExternalClass06B6E586286148139ED8863B354C5502">​​At Metro Vancouver, we make decisions that impact that 2.8 million residents that live in our region. Metro Vancouver engages municipalities, businesses and the general public whenever we are working on a new program, policy, or project accross our service areas. Learn more about our <a href="/about-us/community-engagement">engagement principles​</a>. <div><br></div><p>A dedicated community liaison has been assigned to meet with business owners, residents, and community members to discuss the project impacts, compile public feedback, and be available to address any questions or concerns. Please see “Contacts” for ways to get in touch. </p>​​<br></div><div class="ExternalClass06B6E586286148139ED8863B354C5502">Metro Vancouver will keep the community informed as the project progresses by sending updates through print notifications, email, the project website, and on-site signage. You can subscribe to our mailing list to receive regular updates via email by visiting <a href="/services/liquid-waste/liquid-waste-engagement-mailing-list" target="_blank" title="our liquid waste projects sign-up page">our liquid waste projects sign-up page</a>.​<br></div><div class="ExternalClass06B6E586286148139ED8863B354C5502"><br></div>
Project materialsProject materials<div class="ExternalClassF8E4B018B5834FBC9C408973D84F7A68"><ul class="fa-ul"><li> <span class="fa-li"> <i class="fa-light fa-file"></i></span> <a href="/services/liquid-waste/ConstructionDocuments/fact-sheet-winston-street-sewer-2025-apr.pdf">Fact Sheet ​- Winston Street Se​wer​</a>​​​<br></li></ul><h3>Newsletters​<br></h3><ul><li><a href="/services/liquid-waste/ConstructionDocuments/newsletter-project-update-winston-street-2023-sep.pdf">2023 - September - Project Update ​</a></li><li><a href="/services/liquid-waste/ConstructionDocuments/newsletter-projectupdate-winstonstreet-mar.pdf">2024 - March - Project Update​</a></li><li><a href="/services/liquid-waste/ConstructionDocuments/winston-street-sewer-newsletter-project-update-2024-10-30.pdf">2024 - November - Project Update ​​</a><br></li><li><a href="/services/liquid-waste/ConstructionDocuments/newsletter-project-update-construction-progress-winston-street-sewer-2025-apr-17.pdf">2025 - April - Project Update ​</a><br><br></li></ul><a href="/services/liquid-waste/ConstructionDocuments/newsletter-project-update-construction-progress-winston-street-sewer-2025-apr-17.pdf">​​</a> </div>

 

 

2020 – 20222020 – 2022<div class="ExternalClass8168E796C64C4E26A2B64CA236298F22">Phase 1 – Trench construction​<br></div>0
2022 to Late 20242022 to Late 2024<div class="ExternalClass66E11978D8434F55878DC63E60663776">Phase 2 – Tunnel construction​<br></div>0
20252025<div class="ExternalClassE319CEC001294007AF7ACFFBEC795DEB">Phase 2 – Underground finishing and restoration​<br></div>1

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