Released on August 6, 1999
Motorists travelling the road to Avonlea will soon see improvements.
A $1.3 million surfacing project east of town on 8.1 km of Highway 334
will begin in August.
Crews will excavate the shoulders, build up the road and add a
granular surface to make the driving surface stronger. W.F. Botkin
Construction of Regina will also apply two layers of seal coat to
protect the road from further deterioration.
"An additional $15 million in this year's budget demonstrates the
province's commitment to improving the safety and comfort of drivers
travelling within the province," Highways and Transportation Minister
Judy Bradley said.
38 people will be hired to re-surface the highway. Construction
should be completed in June of 2000.
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For more information, please contact:
Les Bell
Director of Engineering Projects
Highways and Transportation
Regina
Phone (306) 787-0825