Major Projects

Working with Council direction, Master Plans and Servicing Studies, the Town of Drumheller is committed to continuous infrastructure improvements to benefit the Drumheller Valley, whether new or existing. 

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Current Major Projects

Airport Fuel Farm and Point of Sale

Scope Budget Timeline Updates
Construction of two above ground fuel tanks at the Drumheller Airport and installation of a new point-of-sale system.   2024

July 25, 2024 Update:

Letter of Award for the Engineering Services contract was awarded on July 23 to Astra Zeidan Engineering.

Astra will be responsible to design the new tank farm and point of sale (POS) systems as well as contract tender and management.  Design tender scheduled for 2025.

October 16, 2024 Update:

Design is is underway for new tank and POS. 

CN Rail to Trail - Station and Stops

Scope Budget Timeline Updates
Construction of three Stations and four Stops in relation to the CN Rails to Trails project.    

July 25, 2024 Update:

Station and Stop detail has been passed on to Wilco to complete as in-kind donation. 

Pathway from 5th Ave to Highway 56/9 has been paved.

October 16, 2024 Update: 

Stops and stations are still aimed to be complete this calendar year, though some delays may occur to inclement weather. 

Conversion of CN Bridge to Pedestrian

Scope Budget Timeline Updates
Conversion of the Midland CN Bridge to a pedestrian bridge. $500,000.00 2024

July 25, 2024 Update:

Decking has been installed along Midland CN bridge, actively seeking fencing quotes to complete bridge pathway. 

 

October 16, 2024 Update:

Pathway is complete.  Fencing is almost complete.  Solar lighting to be installed within the next two weeks, bollards to be installed at North and South end to prevent vehicular traffic. 

An asphalt pathway will be constructed in 2025 to tie into the existing pathway at North side.

The Kohut Crossing is expected to open soon. 

November 14, 2024 Update:

Kohut Crossing is open for Active Transportation.

Curling Rink Demolition

Scope Budget Timeline Updates

Hazmat abatement and demolition of the curling rink.

Phase 2 ESA.

 $800,000.00 2024

July 25, 2024 Update: 

Environmental testing due to ground contaminants is currently underway. 

October, 16, 2024 Update:

Site expected to open within two weeks. 

Gordon Taylor Bridge

Scope Budget Timeline Updates

Beginning Spring 2024, Alberta Transportation and Economic Corridors will start construction on the Gordon E. Taylor bridge on Highway 9 (Bridge Street) over the Red Deer River within the Town of Drumheller.

 

Information pertaining to this project can be accessed by clicking here.

   Construction is expected to take two(2) years to complete, with an anticipated completion date of Fall 2025, weather permitting. Work will take place on site between the hours of 7 am and 7 pm daily, 7 days a week. If night work is required, information will be posted on site prior to commencement.

Construction on the Gordon E. Taylor bridge will begin May 2024. The bridge rehabilitation work consists of widening the clear bridge width as well as modifications to the existing roadways and connecting pathways at the bridge approaches.

Michichi Creek Sanitary Crossing

Scope Budget Timeline Update
Replacement of the Sanitary crossing across Michichi Creek, which will also include the installation of a new sanitary lift station. $2,000,000.00 2024  

New Trail Development

Scope Budget Timeline Update
Annual program to maintain and improve our pathway infrastructure.   2024  

North Drumheller River Crossing & Forcemain Connection

Scope Budget Timeline Update

Replacement of Water and Sanitary Sewer Mains that run from the North Drumheller lift station underneath the Red Deer River to Riverside Drive W.

Additionally, a new Sanitary Sewer Main will be constructed down 5 Street W, 3 Ave W, 4 Street W, with the final connection point within Highway 575.

 $3,730,000.00 2024

July 25, 2024 Update:

Project is on schedule; new line has been run below the river bed.  Project will continue with line installations over the next 2 months.

Read the latest article here.

Old Hospital and Old Public Works Site Remediation

Scope Budget Timeline Updates
Remediation of the Old Hospital site and Old Public Works site.   2024

September 24, 2024 Update:

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Sanitary Master Servicing Study

Scope Budget Timeline Updates
Creation of a Sanitary Master Servicing Study, which will demonstrate the adequacy of the existing and proposed sanitary sewer systems to satisfy the demands of a proposed development or redevelopment. $175,000.00 2024

November 25, 2024 Update:

Drumheller Sanitary Master Servicing Study 2024 AE

Sidewalk Rehabilitation Program

Scope Budget Timeline Update
Annual program to maintain and improve sidewalk infrastructure.   2024

July 25, 2024 Update:

Majority of work to commence August 6, 2024.

October 16, 2024 update: 

Most projects are complete.

Street Improvement Program (SIP)

Scope Budget Timeline Current Updates

 56 (Rosedale)

1 Ave from Highway 10X to end (Wayne)

1 Street from 1 Ave to end (Wayne)

Alleyway behind Maple Ridge Manor I (between 2 Street E and 3 Street E)

Alleyway by Sunshine Lodge (between 6 Ave E and Riverside Drive)

E/W alleyway by Downtown Plaza between 1 Street W and Centre Street 

Premier Close

   2024

July 25, 2024 Update:

Majority of work to commence August 6, 2024.

November 25, 2024 Update:

Work is complete. 

Stirling Ditch - Nacmine

Scope Budget Timeline Updates
Upgrades and realignment of the Stirling Ditch in Nacmine. $525,000.00 2024

Construction scheduled for April/May 2024 

October 16, 2024 Update: 

Work is complete. 

Wayfinding

6 Avenue "New Connector" Road

Scope Budget Timeline Updates

Drumheller’s trail system provides a critical recreational asset for the residents and visitors. The Parks
and Recreation Master Plan 2023-2043 survey found that 76% of respondents prefer hiking, walking, or running on trails or pathways, making it the top outdoor activity.


Efficient wayfinding plays a crucial role in promoting connection, improving accessibility and ensuring
smooth navigation within communities and outdoor environments. With Drumheller being home to a well used,
interconnected system of trails, establishing clear navigation routes is imperative to enhance the
user experience of the network.

   2024

November 25, 2025 Update:

Find the completed report from ISL here Drumheller Wayfinding Report 2024 ISL

 

 

6 Avenue "New Connector" Road

Scope Budget Timeline Updates
Construction of a new roadway extending 6 Avenue from Highway 9/56 to Railway Avenue E. $700,000.00 2024

October 16, 2024 Update: 

Design is underway. Project is aimed to go to tender in late 2024/early 2025.

Construction is weather-dependent. Timelines could change due to weather, underground conditions and/or other unexpected circumstances. Check this page often and follow our social media accounts to stay up to date on projects. 

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