Province building new intersection at Highway 62 and County Road 1
The Ontario government is building a new roundabout in Prince Edward County at the intersection of Highway 62 and County Road 1. The roundabout will improve road safety and create good-paying jobs, protecting Ontario’s economy in the face of U.S. tariffs and global economic uncertainty.
“Our government is investing $30 billion to build the highway infrastructure we need to keep our province moving forward,” said Ric Bresee, Parliamentary Assistant to the Minister of Transportation. “The new roundabout at Highway 62 and County Road 1 continues our plan to deliver safe, reliable roads that hardworking Ontarians can depend on as we expand our highway network across the province.”
The government has awarded a contract for the detail design of a new roundabout, which includes reconstructing existing pavement, modifying entrances, improving drainage and installing new lighting and landscaping.
“We’ve heard from our community that a roundabout at the corner of Hwy. 62 and County Rd. 1 would be a welcomed safety initiative to reduce the potential for collisions at that site,” said Tyler Allsopp, MPP for Bay of Quinte. “The detailed design work is an important final step before tendering the construction. I’m pleased that our government is helping us move one step closer to getting shovels in the ground.”
Ontario’s roads have ranked among the safest in North America for 25 years, with one of the lowest fatality rates per 10,000 licensed drivers. The province is investing $30 billion to build, repair and expand highways, roads and bridges as part of its plan to strengthen Ontario’s economy and ensure resilience in the face of global economic challenges.
Quick Facts
- Stantec Consulting Ltd. has been awarded the detail design contract for the roundabout at Highway 62 and County Road 1.
- The government has already made progress on several key milestones in the region, including:
- Making Major upgrades to the Bay of Quinte Skyway bridge
- Awarding $2 million awarded for the reconstruction of Main Street from County Road 33 to County Road 30
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