Temporary Lane Closures Planned in Ponoka Starting June 1

Annual Roadway and Sidewalk Improvement Programs Underway 

Temporary lane closures are planned in Ponoka starting on Saturday, June 1 and continuing into next week (weather permitting). 

Crews will be completing micro-surfacing work as part of the Town of Ponoka’s annual Roadway and Sidewalk Improvement Programs on the following Town roads:

• 48 Avenue (from Highway 53 to 54 Street);
• 60 Street (from 48 Avenue to 57 Avenue); 
• 38 Street (the paved section from Highway 53 continuing north); and
• 46 Street (from Highway 53 continuing south to the Town boundary).

Micro-surfacing Extends Roadway Longevity

Micro-surfacing is an application where a special coating is added to the top layer of asphalt, to preserve the underlying pavement by preventing oxidization and moisture penetration. 

This process is a cost-effective treatment that prolongs the life of the road by slowing down ongoing deterioration. This helps the Town of Ponoka keep roadways in good condition and maximize the pavement lifecycle.

Other roadway and sidewalk improvements currently happening in Ponoka as part of the annual Roadway and Sidewalk Improvement Programs include:

• Repaving small areas of roadway throughout the community;
• Grading back lanes and gravel roads;
• Ongoing pothole repairs on roadways throughout the community; and
• The sidewalk paving stones on Chipman Avenue were re-laid earlier this month.

Motorists are reminded to drive with caution in construction zones and observe road signs and traffic safety personnel.