Work to repair the Whitbourne underpass at the interchange of the Trans-Canada Highway and Route 80 will begin on Monday, July 20, and is scheduled to continue until Sept. 30, 2026, provincial transportation officials say.
What drivers need to know
To allow crews to complete the bridge repairs, the southbound lane on Route 80 heading into Whitbourne and the central turning lane will be closed for the duration of the project. Officials said the northbound lane will remain open to traffic, and adjacent ramps and access points at the interchange will continue to be accessible.
- Start date: July 20, 2026
- Expected completion: Sept. 30, 2026
- Lane impacts: southbound lane and centre turning lane closed; northbound lane remains open
- Access: surrounding ramps and access points will remain available
- Transit on the TCH: no impacts anticipated to the Trans-Canada Highway at this time
Traffic across the bridge will be managed using signals and signage, and motorists are being asked to slow down through the work zone and obey all posted traffic-control measures. Drivers should also plan for possible delays during peak periods while the project is under way.
Local context and impact
The underpass is a key connector between the TCH and communities served by Route 80. Even with one lane kept open, drivers familiar with the area should expect changes to normal traffic flows and should allow extra travel time. Emergency services and local businesses that rely on Route 80 access will continue to use the route, but may see altered arrival times or minor detours depending on daily work activities.
| Element | Detail |
|---|---|
| Location | Whitbourne underpass (TCH / Route 80 interchange) |
| Work | Bridge repair |
| Lane status | Southbound lane & centre turning lane closed; northbound open |
| Projected duration | July 20 to Sept. 30, 2026 |
Motorists are reminded to heed temporary traffic signals and reduced speed limits in construction zones. The department advises checking local traffic updates before travel for any changes to the schedule or unplanned disruptions.
Further details on the project and any adjustments to traffic management will be shared by provincial transportation authorities as the work progresses.
