Buckle up, Montreal — the largest cluster of closures on the Turcot Interchange is set to occur this weekend, meaning headaches-galore for drivers who regularly use the important transit hub.
Turcot work has been ongoing for a while, as the exchange is demolished and replaced, step-by-step.
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This week, the province’s transport ministry announced it is closing down more than a half dozen important thoroughfares over the weekend.
“It’s taking a long time,” lamented Kathleen Vaughn, a pedestrian who walks in front of the Turcot Interchange on a regular basis.
“Everyone is fed up with having to reroute because of construction.”
Two roads are expected to be closed until at least 2019:
- The ramp linking the westbound A-720 to the Champlain Bridge,
- The ramp off de la Vérendrye Boulevard that leads to the southbound Highway 15.
Transports Quebec officials suggest drivers use the Mercier Bridge and Bonaventure autoroute, if possible.
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Traffic consultant Rick Leckner explained another massive phase of work is set to start next month, when the entire westbound Ville-Marie Expressway closes long-term.
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“That’s going to be massive,” Leckner said.
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Leckner said work this weekend could hinder the Santa Claus Parade, which is slated for Nov. 18.
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