The City of Winnipeg and the Province of Manitoba are planning to widen Inkster Boulevard (Route 25) to a four-lane divided roadway from Keewatin Street to the City limit at Brookside Boulevard and in the R.M. of Rosser (PR 221) to approximately 1km west of the City limit. Proposed work within the City limit of the study area includes intersection and storage lane improvements, new pedestrian/cyclist pathways, streetscaping and adjustments to Transit facilities.
Inkster Boulevard (Route 25) is a major transportation corridor connecting Main Street (Route 52) to the Perimeter Highway (PTH 101)
Why is Inkster Boulevard being widened?
Inkster Boulevard widening will provide capacity for anticipated traffic increases with key benefits occurring at the intersection of Brookside Boulevard and Inkster Boulevard.
The Brookside/Inkster Boulevard intersection has left turning lanes that aren’t long enough to control such a large number of vehicles with the result being that traffic spills back into other lanes.
Within the City limit, Inkster Boulevard serves a mix of residential, commercial and industrial land uses, including:
- Three signalized intersections, numerous T-intersections and commercial approaches
- Carries 15,300 to 21,100 vehicles per day within the Study Area (2007 City of Winnipeg Traffic Flow Map)
- Traffic volume warrants a 4-lane divided roadway
Multi-use Path & Landscaping
Active Transportation
The project includes the development of a multi-use path (pedestrian/cyclist) on the south side of Inkster Boulevard from Keewatin Street to Inksbrook Drive. These new/improved multi-use path connections to existing pedestrian and cycling paths will integrate the Inkster Boulevard corridor into the City’s Active Transportation network.
Streetscaping / Landscaping
Pre-cast paving stone or other hard landscape treatment will be used in areas difficult to maintain due to small cross-sections and winter salt spray, while concrete splash strips will be provided on centre medians and boulevards.
Low maintenance landscaping will be used; no irrigation and low frequency mowing. Plantings will incorporate broad species diversity, as recommended by City Forestry.
Public Open House
Open Houses were held May 12 & 14, 2009.
Last update: 15.06.2009
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