Notice of Construction: Dufferin Street Watermain Replacement

Please be advised that the watermain replacement project along Dufferin Street is scheduled to begin September 29, 2025. The Area of Construction is illustrated on the adjacent map.  

The following table provides an estimated schedule of the planned works:

Please note that the timeline is approximate and will vary dependent upon weather and other factors. An updated schedule will be provided to residents as the project progresses and as work commences along the sidestreets.

Due to concerns from recent events regarding the watermain on Dufferin Street, this project will include the replacement of the existing watermain and road surface replacement.

Please find information below for specific issues that may arise during construction.

Temporary Watermain:

As part of this construction project, a new watermain will be installed within the street. The contractor will be connecting homes to a temporary watermain that brings water from fire hydrants in the surrounding area to each household so that the old watermain can be replaced. Water service connections to your home will be through an outdoor hose tap (if available).  Water service must be temporarily turned off at each property while the contractor disconnects from the old water connection and connects to the temporary water connection.  We recommend that you disconnect any water treatment systems (i.e water softeners, filters) for the duration of the construction.

Water Service Connections:

As part of the new watermain installation, the Contractor will be replacing the water service to each building up to property line with a new shut-off valve. If you wish to upgrade your service from the street from a ¾ inch to a 1-inch service, please contact the Township. This upgrade in service size will only benefit future building additions to the property.  

Garbage and Recycling Collection:

Garbage and recycling will be collected as per normal schedule.  Please ensure that your garbage and recycling is at the road prior to 7:00 a.m. on your scheduled day of collection and that your garbage and recycling bins have your address marked on them.  If the trucks are unable to access your driveway, our staff will move them to a collection point and return them after collection.

Driveway Access:

Access to driveways will be maintained, however, it may be restricted when operations are directly in front of your property. The Contractor will notify residents and businesses as work approaches to ensure all vehicles are removed prior to blocking the driveway. Vehicles may need to be parked overnight in an adjacent location until temporary access can be restored to your driveway.

Safety Concerns:

Please be aware that the nature of work involves excavations, operation of large heavy equipment, etc. Please keep a safe distance from all work areas.

If you have any accessibility issues or are interested in receiving further information on this project, please contact the following individuals:     

Contact Information:

Behan Construction

Tim Robinson - Project Manager, 2946 Burnham Street North, Cobourg, ON K9A 4J7: Phone: 905-375-9455 email: tim@behan.ca

Valdor Engineering

Joe Pilatzkie - Consultant Project Manager, 580 The Queensway, Unit 1, Peterborough, ON, K9J 7H2: Phone: 905-264-0054 Email: JPilatzike@valdor-engineering.com