This release was issued under a previous government.


October 19, 2011
Road closes permanently at 50th street and Anthony Henday Drive

Edmonton...
Motorists are advised that 50th Street will be permanently closed at the northwest Anthony Henday Drive right-of-way as of Thursday, October 20. There will no longer be access to Anthony Henday Drive from 50th Street. Alternate, permanent routes include 66 Street or Manning Drive.

As part of the northwest Anthony Henday Drive project, this road was scheduled to close earlier in the construction season, but the contractor was able to delay the closure.

Motorists should use caution in construction areas and obey all signs, message boards and flag people. Motorists are reminded that fines for speeding are doubled through construction zones when workers are present.

Media inquiries may be directed to:

Alison Burns
Communications
Alberta Transportation
780-422-7397

Bill van der Meer
Transportation and Civil Engineering
Alberta Transportation
780-422-3918

To call toll free within Alberta dial 310-0000.