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Kennedy Newton Water Main - South Section

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Kennedy Newton Water Main - South SectionKennedy Newton Water Main - South Section<div class="ExternalClass6B582A9216E6480286E9F9A8CA3846B1"><p>​​Metro Vancouver is constructing the new Kennedy Newton Water Main in the City of Surrey and City of Delta to meet the growing demand for drinking water in the region.</p><p>​​​​Kennedy Newton Water Main is over eight kilometers long, and it is 1.8 metres in diameter, which is approximately the height of a person. Due to the large size and overall length of the new water main, construction has been split up into five sections.</p><p>​​South Section runs east of Scott Road along 86 Avenue and 123 Street. This section is approximately one kilometer long. It includes the construction of two valve chambers on 86 Avenue that will house pipe connections, valves, and electrical equipment used to regulate the water flow; and the construction of two vertical shafts used as entry and exit points for the 60-metre-long tunnelling portion.</p><p>​​Construction of the South Section began in spring 2023 and is scheduled to be completed in early 2026.<br></p></div>City of SurreyProject

 

 

Construction UpdateConstruction Update<div class="ExternalClass3AA7059800CC4AB6AF99E3A364DEFE36"><p>​Final deficiency repairs at the valve chambers are asphalt restoration are underway, with minor impact on the public.<br></p><p>In 2026-2027, crews will be back to start connecting the new water main into the existing water distribution system. We will keep the community informed before this work occurs and provide more information as it becomes available.<br></p><p>​Learn more in our <a href="/services/water/ConstructionDocuments/2025-december-kennedy-newton-water-main-north-and-south-sections-update.pdf">December newsletter.<br>​</a><br></p></div>3/2/2026 8:00:00 AM

 

 

Kennedy Newton Water Main Alignment Maphttps://metrovancouver.org/services/water/ConstructionImages/_t/kennedy-newton-water-main-alignment-map_jpg.jpgKennedy Newton Water Main Alignment Map
Kennedy Newton Water Main – South Section Maphttps://metrovancouver.org/services/water/ConstructionImages/_t/kennedy-newton-water-main-south-section-map_jpg.jpgKennedy Newton Water Main – South Section Map

 

 

Project activitiesProject activities<div class="ExternalClass7DB2ACB4BA9E43128299B3D2C4BC9255"><p> <strong>Site preparation</strong></p><p>Metro Vancouver’s contractor will be preparing for the installation of the water main for the South Section. This preparation work will include: fencing trees, setting up the site trailer, delivering equipment, installing temporary fencing and signage, sampling soil, identifying existing utility locations, and relocating utilities.</p><p><strong>Major construction activities​</strong><br></p><ul><li>​Excavating a 3.5-metre-wide trench to install one kilometre of 1.8-metre-diametre pipe</li><li>Constructing two underground valve chambers that will house pipe connections, valves, and electrical equipment used to regulate the flow of water in the water distribution system</li><li>​Constructing two shafts that will be used as entry and exit points for tunneling portion</li><li>​Performing testing and cleaning on the installed water main</li><li>​Connecting the water main to the existing distribution system</li><li>​Restoring all work areas to similar or better condition</li></ul></div>
Work hoursWork hours<div class="ExternalClass40EEC5EFD974454AAF7D80D07A42B582"><p>Typical work hours will be:</p> <ul> <li>Monday to Saturday between 7:00 am and 10:00 pm</li><li>Sundays and holidays: No work planned</li></ul><p>There may be times when crews will need to work longer hours or on weekends to complete certain activities efficiently and on schedule. We will notify the community about these activities ahead of time. All work will comply with the City of Surrey noise bylaws and granted bylaw variances.​<br></p></div>
Impacts and mitigationImpacts and mitigation<div class="ExternalClass08054E577616476E98FFF5A9AAD0CF35"><p>Metro Vancouver recognizes the construction of Kennedy Newton Water Main may significantly impact the local community. Impacts will include:</p><ul><li> <strong>Traffic</strong>: Periodic single lane alternating traffic, two-way traffic, and full road closures will be moving along 86 Avenue and 123 Street</li><li> <strong>Parking</strong>: Street parking will be temporarily restricted around the work areas</li><li> <strong>Pedestrian access</strong>: Sidewalks may be temporarily closed around the work areas</li><li> <strong>Access</strong>: Laneways and driveways may be blocked for short periods of time; residents will be notified in advance</li><li> <strong>Noise</strong>​: There will be construction noise associated with this work; construction equipment such as excavators and hydro vacuum trucks will produce moderate noise</li></ul><p>In order to keep traffic moving safely and efficiently during construction, Metro Vancouver will implement traffic control personnel, detour signage, and other traffic management tools to accommodate the temporary traffic disruptions and potential delays.</p><p>To ensure the safety of residents and construction crews, and to reduce project impacts in the community, Metro Vancouver will:</p> <ul> <li>Advertise detour routes in advance</li><li>Notify residents and businesses of temporary driveway and access closures in advance</li><li>Ensure emergency services will have access to properties and businesses at all times​<br></li></ul></div>
EngagementEngagement<div class="ExternalClassD444837C18274E19A8EAA85A3114840C"><p>​​At Metro Vancouver, we make decisions that impact the 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 across our service areas. Learn more about our <a href="/about-us/community-engagement" target="_blank" title="engagement principles">engagement principles</a>.</p><p>Metro Vancouver is committed to minimizing construction impacts, working with the community to listen to concerns, and ensure they are considered as construction progresses. The project team will:</p> <ul> <li>Connect with residents and businesses along the water main route to advise them of upcoming construction activities</li><li>Provide a dedicated community liaison to address any public questions or concerns</li><li>Work closely with the City of Surrey, residents, businesses, and other community partners to identify and mitigate construction impacts</li></ul><p> <strong>Keeping the community updated</strong></p><p>Metro Vancouver will keep the community informed as the project progresses by sending updates through print notifications, email, the project website, door knocking, and on-site signage. You can subscribe to our mailing list to receive updates via email by selecting the project name in our water projects <a href="/services/water/water-engagement-mailing-list" target="_blank" title="sign-up page">sign-up page</a>.</p><p>Our community liaison is available throughout the project to address any questions or comments you may have about the Kennedy Newton Water Main – South Section.​<br></p></div>
Project materialsProject materials<div class="ExternalClass9C283244138F4D60AE5BF2CE38EF96D1"><p> <strong>Newsletters</strong></p><ul class="fa-ul"><li><a href="/services/water/ConstructionDocuments/2025-december-kennedy-newton-water-main-north-and-south-sections-update.pdf">2025 - December 17 - Project Update and Holiday Schedule</a><br></li><li> <span class="fa-li"> <i class="fa-light fa-file"></i></span>​​<a href="/services/water/ConstructionDocuments/kennedy-newton-water-main-south-section-newsletter-2025-07-07.pdf">2025 - July 7 -​ Project Nearly Complete​</a><br></li><li> <span class="fa-li"> <i class="fa-light fa-file"></i></span>​<a href="/services/water/ConstructionDocuments/kennedy-newton-water-main-south-section-newsletter-september-2024.pdf" target="_blank" title="2024 – September 11 – Project Update">2024 – September 11 – Project Update​​</a><br></li><li> <span class="fa-li"> <i class="fa-light fa-file"></i></span>​<a href="/services/water/ConstructionDocuments/kennedy-newton-water-main-south-section-newsletter-june-2024.pdf" target="_blank" title="2024 – June 27 – Road Closure on 86 Avenue">2024 – June 27 – Road Closure on 86 Avenue​</a></li><li> <span class="fa-li"> <i class="fa-light fa-file"></i></span>​<a href="/services/water/ConstructionDocuments/kennedy-newton-water-main-south-section-newsletter-feb-2024.pdf" target="_blank" title="2024 – February 2 – Project Schedule and Traffic Impacts">2024 – February 2 – Project Schedule and Traffic Impacts</a></li><li> <span class="fa-li"> <i class="fa-light fa-file"></i></span> ​ <a href="/services/water/ConstructionDocuments/Kennedy-Newton-Water-Main-South-Section-Newsletter-Dec2023.pdf" target="_blank" title="2023 – December 18 – Project Update and Holiday Construction Schedule">2023 – December 18 – Project Update and Holiday Construction Schedule</a></li><li> <span class="fa-li"> <i class="fa-light fa-file"></i></span> <a href="/services/water/ConstructionDocuments/Newsletter-Mobilization-KennedyNewtonWaterMain-SouthSection-Apr2023.pdf" target="_blank" title="2023 – April 18 – Start of Construction">2023 – April 18 – Start of Construction</a>​<br></li></ul></div>
Related linksRelated links<div class="ExternalClassECEC4AA435C9406B8C8DFD263B1CDDB4"><ul class="fa-ul"><li> <span class="fa-li"> <i class="fa-light fa-link"></i></span> <a href="/services/water/the-regional-system" target="_blank" title="Regional Drinking Water System">Regional Drinking Water System</a><br></li><li> <span class="fa-li"> <i class="fa-light fa-link"></i></span> <a href="https://www.itsalldrinkingwater.ca/">Water conservation tips</a>​​<br></li></ul></div>

 

 

Spring 2023Spring 2023<div class="ExternalClassCD8C209A7A45454C81D454C51FC9A79D"><p>​​Site Preparation​<br></p></div>0
Spring 2023 – Winter 2025Spring 2023 – Winter 2025<div class="ExternalClass741A574D5F7B4D59824F6C8752559B48"><p>​​Construction​<br></p></div>0
Spring 2025 – Early 2026Spring 2025 – Early 2026<div class="ExternalClassAE67BB427422466AB5E2038822DE2578"><p>Restoration​<br></p></div>1
Fall 2027Fall 2027<div class="ExternalClass53164BFEEBE74C7CB4B838309344A210"><p>Water Main Connection​​</p></div>0

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