Winnipeg, MB - Repairs related to the sinkhole at the southwest corner of Ness Avenue at Sturgeon Creek have begun and will be completed as soon as possible. It is anticipated repairs will take approximately two weeks. Ness Avenue will remain closed in both directions between School Road and Valley View Drive until repairs are complete.
It has been determined that the sinkhole was a result of a collapsed large diameter land drainage sewer.
The City would like to thank citizens for their patience while repairs are made.
Motorists are advised to allow for additional travel time or to use alternate routes in this area to reach their destinations.
For Transit re-route and schedule information, visit winnipegtransit.com or contact 311, available 24 hours every day by phone at 311 or by email at 311@winnipeg.ca.