Work on the York Street reconstruction project has concluded for the fall construction season.
- All excavation work to support the replacement of underground infrastructure has been completed.
- Due to delays in utility relocations and atypical December weather, the contractor was unable to put down base asphalt. A temporary driving surface has been installed on York Street. The contractor will repair the surface if necessary throughout the winter.
- The contractor will complete the surface works, including asphalt, curb, and sidewalk, in Spring 2026 in accordance with the original project schedule. A temporary closure of York Street will be required to complete this work. The municipality will issue a notice in advance of the closure and work recommencing.
- Hydro One relocations to support the surface works will occur in the coming months. A temporary closure of York Street may be required to complete the relocations.
Update on Picton Main Street closure
Closure of the eastbound lane of Picton Main Street, originally scheduled for December 1 – 12, is no longer required.
- After further investigations into the condition of the existing pipe segment adjacent to Picton Main Street, The County, D.M. Wills and the contractor determined that it was suitable to use cast in place pipe (CIPP) liner as no structural defects were discovered. The existing manhole adjacent to the Picton Main Street sidewalk was also investigated further and does not require replacement; however, internal modifications and improvements will be undertaken.
- This change in scope will result in a significant cost savings on this project.
- The eastbound lane of Picton Main Street will still need to be closed for one week in Spring 2026. This closure will allow the contractor to install sanitary by-pass pumping that is required for the CIPP liner and manhole improvements.
- Temporary traffic signals will ensure one lane of traffic always remains open. Signage will direct drivers to an alternate route around the construction using Walton Street, King Street, and Paul Street.
- The municipality will issue a notice in advance of the lane closure.
Project Background
The municipality is tackling this project on York Street in Picton to ensure nearly 400 residential and commercial properties continue to have reliable sanitary sewer service. This project was a high priority because of the deteriorating condition of a large trunk sanitary sewer that runs underneath York Street.
County Council awarded the tender in the amount of $855,941 plus HST for the project on September 23, 2025 to Cobourg Development Services Ltd. Council approved the project in the 2024 capital budget.
The construction schedule is subject to change if unforeseen conditions are encountered. Updates and reminders will be shared with the public. Sign up to receive notices from the municipality and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and X/Twitter.
If you have questions about this project, please contact Jeff Shortt, Project Manager, at 613.476.2148 extension 1007 or email jshortt@pecounty.on.ca.
Please note: The County of Prince Edward provides this information as a service to the general public. While we do our best to provide accurate information, construction projects and associated service disruptions are subject to change based on weather, road, traffic, and other uncontrollable conditions.