The Regional Municipality of Durham will close a portion of Bowmanville Avenue in Bowmanville for two consecutive long-weekend periods later this month as crews advance construction of a new pedestrian tunnel, officials said.
When and where
The closure will affect Regional Road 57 between Waverly Road and Aspen Springs Drive. Work is scheduled to begin at 7 a.m. on Friday, Aug. 21, and continue through to 6 a.m. on Monday, Aug. 24. A second closure will follow from 7 a.m. on Friday, Aug. 28 until 6 a.m. on Monday, Aug. 31.
Why the closures are happening
Durham Region says the road will be closed to accommodate construction of the pedestrian tunnel across Bowmanville Avenue. The tunnel is part of the broader Bowmanville Avenue widening and safety project listed on the Region’s project page.
"Emergency access will be maintained during the closure, and detour routes will be posted in advance," the Region advised.
Impacts for drivers, businesses and emergency services
Officials note that businesses in the area will remain open during construction and that the Region has resources for merchants to reduce disruption. Drivers and cyclists are being asked to exercise caution in the work zone to protect pedestrians and construction crews.
- Closure location: Bowmanville Avenue (Regional Road 57) between Waverly Road and Aspen Springs Drive
- Closure windows: Aug. 21, 7 a.m. to Aug. 24, 6 a.m.; Aug. 28, 7 a.m. to Aug. 31, 6 a.m.
- Emergency access: Will be maintained
- Businesses: Will remain open; Region provides an Open for Business guide
The Region cautioned that unfavourable weather conditions may alter the schedule. Motorists should expect posted detours and are advised to follow signage and the directions of traffic-control personnel.
Resources and what to expect during construction
Durham Region directs residents and business owners to two web resources for further details: the Bowmanville Avenue widening project page and a guide for businesses on remaining open during municipal construction. The Region emphasised that while crews aim to complete the work efficiently, some disruption is unavoidable.
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Project | Pedestrian tunnel and Bowmanville Avenue widening |
| Closure dates | Aug. 21–24 and Aug. 28–31 (weekend windows) |
| Access | Emergency access maintained; detours posted |
For residents who travel between Bowmanville and neighbouring communities — or for those who use Bowmanville Avenue as a local connector — the weekend closures will mean planning alternate routes. Local delivery services, transit operators and commuters should consult detour signage and municipal updates before travel.
The work underscores a broader push in Durham Region to improve active-transportation connections and road safety while accommodating growth in the east-end municipalities. In Bowmanville, where suburban development meets rural surroundings, such projects can create short-term inconvenience while aiming to deliver long-term improvements for pedestrians and motorists alike.
Durham Region’s project information and business guide are available online at durham.ca/BowmanvilleAvenueWidening and durham.ca/OpenForBusiness respectively.
