This release was issued under a previous government.

Until June 30, motorists using the southwest ramp from Highway 63

southbound onto Thickwood Boulevard will be detoured to the high load connector in order to access Thickwood Boulevard westbound toward Timberlea.

Crews continue to complete permanent tie-in work on the interchange and construct a raised median.

Thickwood Boulevard eastbound traffic will continue to be restricted to two lanes, one to travel north and the other to travel south.

This is the second phase of work over the next three weeks as crews complete the final tie-ins to finish the Thickwood Boulevard interchange construction.

Thickwood Boulevard lane closures

North of downtown Fort McMurray 
Early June to June 30 weather permitting (Phase 2)

  • Thickwood Boulevard is down to two lanes heading west towards Timberlea.
  • Southwest ramp at Thickwood Boulevard interchange will be closed.

Additional information

  • Motorists are reminded to obey all flag persons, signs and signals.
  • Signs advising travellers of construction and speed limits will be posted.
  • Fines for speeding double in construction zones.
  • The Government of Alberta is committed to improving Highway 63 within the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo for the safety of motorists and to improve traffic flow and commute times.
  • Since 2005, the province has invested more than $1 billion to support Highway 63 and 881 projects, providing critical highway infrastructure for the Athabasca oil sands region and connecting to Alberta’s transportation network.
  • There are many Highway 63 projects currently under construction to support market access and economic opportunities throughout Alberta.