New roundabout coming for growing community in Stratford
A new roundabout is being constructed at the Glen Stewart Drive and Stratford Road intersection to improve safety and traffic flow in one of PEI’s fastest growing communities.
Preliminary site work will take place on September 11 and 12 with minimal traffic disruptions expected.
Starting September 15, traffic patterns on Stratford Road will be adjusted for safety, and to minimize congestion and improve traffic flow during weekday peak travel periods until construction is completed in November.
From Monday to Friday, commuters are encouraged to plan their route before driving in the area and leave for their destinations earlier. The following traffic patterns will apply:
From 7 a.m. to 9 a.m. - one way northbound/outbound traffic on Stratford Road between Glen Stewart Drive and the Trans-Canada Highway.
- Southbound/inbound traffic can use alternative routes to access the area, such as Lottie Way, Kinlock Road and Georgetown Road.
From 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.-flaggers will be directing single lane stop-and-go traffic in both directions.
From 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. - one way, southbound/inbound traffic on Stratford Road between the Trans-Canada Highway and Glen Stewart Drive.
- Northbound/outbound traffic on Stratford Road can follow posted detour signs.
- The Public Schools Branch will be informing families about pick up, drop off, and bus route changes.
- Public transit will continue using their planned routes.
- Access to local business will continue.
- Pedestrians can follow signage and instructions from traffic control personnel.
- Emergency service vehicles can continue accessing the area and are given priority.
Other information:
The Department of Transportation and Infrastructure will monitor traffic flow and may adjust plans to ensure traffic is moving effectively. The province will inform the public of changes through travel advisories issued by the province and updates on 5-1-1.
Please watch this video about the new roundabout and an instructional video on driving them safely and correctly.
Check out PEI’s Stay in the Loop, Plan Your Route for more road construction information.
Media contact
Stacey Miller
Department of Transportation and Infrastructure
samiller@gov.pe.ca