Weekend closure of Gordon and Sutherland intersection begins tonight

The City of Kelowna is advising residents of a major closure happening at the intersection of Gordon Drive and Sutherland Avenue this weekend.

From tonight until Monday, the intersection will be fully closed so crews can install a new watermain and sanitary trunk main, says a news release.

There will also be more work happening for the Sutherland Active Transportation Corridor project, which includes intersection signal rewiring.

Work will include asphalt removal, trenching, pipe/manhole installation, backfilling and paving.

Businesses near the intersection will still be accessible during the closure however driving through the Gordon and Sutherland intersection will not be possible, says the city.

“The City of Kelowna appreciates the patience of residents, businesses and commuters while construction work is underway,” the news release says.

“Please obey signage and respect traffic safety personnel as every effort will be made to minimize disruptions.”