Thunder Bay Weathers the Storm with Sewer and Road Replacements

Where there’s thunder, there’s lightning, but there’s also lots of rain. 

In 2024, The City of Thunder Bay completed multiple street construction projects to advance its Strategic Plan for growth, lowering the risk of flooding among other benefits created for residents.

Using a total of $2,293,000 in CCBF funding, the City improved the functionality, sustainability, and safety of several streets by reconstructing several sewers, road surfaces, and sections of the City’s active transportation network. 

To reduce flood risk as well as improve water quality for residents, a storm sewer was extended, deteriorated sanitary sewers and watermains were replaced, and lead service connections were eliminated. 

Many improvements were also made to support active transportation in the City. New bike lanes and a new multi-use paved trail were constructed, new sidewalks were built to fill gaps in the pedestrian network, new crosswalks were added at key points, and accessibility and safety features were installed for pedestrians, cyclists, and other users. 

Drivers also benefitted from the construction, as several streets were resurfaced to make roads smoother and more durable, retaining walls were improved to support sidewalks, and curbs and gutters were installed to improve drainage.

Now, the City is better prepared to deal with severe weather events, safer for motorists, and easier to navigate by foot or bike.