WINNIPEG - March 27, 2012 - The public is advised that the closure of Sherbrook Street, between Elgin Avenue and William Avenue, will continue until Thursday, March 29, 2012.
Today, the City of Winnipeg received an update from the contractors working on behalf of Health Sciences Centre, and it has been determined that additional restoration work is required.
Since Wednesday, March 21, Sherbrook Street has been completely closed to vehicular traffic between Elgin Avenue and William Avenue as a safety precaution due to collapsed excavation shoring at the Health Sciences Centre worksite.
Motorists are advised to use alternative routes and allow additional travel time when travelling in the vicinity. Alternative routes include Balmoral Street and Arlington Street while the road closure is in place.
Transit service for Route 29 SHERBROOK service rerouted via Sherbrook-Elgin-Kate-William-Sherbrook in both directions. Please visit www.winnipegtransit.com for further route updates.