Bayside Drive Lane Reductions

Motorists commuting through Saint John need to prepare for traffic delays on Bayside Drive starting Tuesday, October 13.

The City of Saint John announced that traffic will drop to a single lane in both directions near the NRB Asphalt Plant located at 750 Bayside Drive.

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Why the Delays are Happening

Crews are reducing the lanes to accommodate infrastructure upgrades. They are installing new servicing to support the expansion of the asphalt plant. The city expects this traffic reduction to last for approximately four days.

To keep vehicles moving safely through the work zone, the city will use temporary traffic signals.

How You Can Avoid the Construction

You should plan ahead and allow extra travel time if your commute usually takes you through this area. To avoid the delays entirely, the city recommends using Grandview Avenue and Expansion Avenue as alternative routes.

Frequently Asked Questions

When do the traffic delays on Bayside Drive begin?

The lane reductions start on Tuesday, October 13.

How long will the construction last?

The single lane reduction will be in place for approximately four days.

What alternate routes can I take?

You can use Grandview Avenue and Expansion Avenue to bypass the construction on Bayside Drive.

Why is the road reduced to one lane?

Workers are installing new servicing and completing infrastructure upgrades for the NRB Asphalt Plant expansion.