James A Gifford Causeway
Causeway Updates
June 2, 2022 - Spring Update | ||
The 3 project phases of the County’s project to rehabilitate the James A. Gifford Causeway (Causeway) are continuing to advance but the original project schedule will be modified due to conditions on the Causeway that have recently been identified.
Phase 1, being the County Road 14 (Yankee Line) rehabilitation, recommenced in May after the winter break and is continuing towards completion by the end of June.
Phase 2 includes rehabilitation of the road surface of the Causeway and construction of a new multi-use path on the widened Causeway platform for pedestrians and cyclists.
Phase 2 work was originally planned to take place in 2022, however, significant deterioration of the north shoreline of the Causeway requires major repair prior to advancing the road surface repairs.
As such, the Causeway road surface repairs will be postponed until 2023 to coincide with Phase 3 repairs to Chemong Bridge.
Phase 2 and Phase 3 will be combined into one larger construction contract, from Ward Street to Robinson Road, and will extend over several months in 2023.
A detailed presentation on the deterioration of the north shoreline and required repairs was provided to County of Peterborough Council during the regular Council meeting on June 1, 2022.
The presentation is available for review on the County website at: www.ptbocounty.ca/giffordcauseway
The spring monitoring of walleye spawning activities along the Causeway shoreline continues to demonstrate favourable walleye count results. Walleye monitoring began in 2019 as part of a 5-year program that is being conducted in partnership with Curve Lake First Nation.
If you have any questions on the project to rehabilitate the Causeway, please contact County staff or send an email to: GiffordCauseway@ptbocounty.ca.
Bryan Weir
Peter Nielsen, CET Manager, Capital Projects
If you require this information in an accessible format, please contact the County Clerk at clerksoffice@ptbocounty.ca, or 705-743-0380 extension 2101. |
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March 3, 2022 - Notice to Public - Winter Update | ||
March 3, 2022
The County is pleased to advise that repairs to the shoreline of Chemong Lake under the Chemong Bridge on the James A. Gifford Causeway are complete and the embankments under the bridge have been stabilized in advance of further planned roadworks on the Causeway. In spring 2022, the rehabilitation of the Yankee Line road surface will recommence after the winter shutdown. In addition, this summer the reconstruction of the 2-lane Causeway and construction of a new multi-use path will get underway. Repairs to the Chemong Bridge and Ward Street intersection are scheduled to take place in 2023. Below is a rendition of the new multi-use path along the shoreline of Chemong Lake. Through the current review of the Development Charges By-law Background Study and Transportation Master Plan Update, the decision has been made to remove the future construction of 4-lanes across the Causeway and to remove the future construction of the Bridgenorth By-pass from these infrastructure planning documents. The rock-fill widening of the Causeway road platform will still continue to support and stabilize the new widened 2-lane Causeway and the new multi-use path. The rock fill will also play an important role in preventing washouts along the shoreline of Chemong Lake. Please contact the following individuals for any additional information:
Peter Nielsen, CET |
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December 13, 2021 - Notice of Construction | ||
December 13, 2021
Please be advised that the County of Peterborough is proceeding with repairs to the shoreline of Chemong Lake under the Chemong Bridge on the James A. Gifford Causeway. Work will commence the week of December 13, 2021, and is expected to be completed by the end of January 2022. Please note that unfavourable weather conditions may influence the work schedule. The County’s contractor, Drain Bros Excavating Ltd., will be repairing scour damage that has occurred to the shoreline and embankments of Chemong Lake Two lanes of traffic will remain in service during this period. Motorists should exercise additional caution for pedestrian, cyclist, and construction worker safety with construction vehicles taking access from the Causeway on the north side of the bridge. We apologize for any inconvenience during construction and thank you for your patience. If you have any questions, please contact the following individuals:
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July 20, 2021 - Notice of Construction |
July 20, 2021
Please be advised that the County of Peterborough is proceeding with asphalt patching works on the James A. Gifford Causeway (County Road 14), from 300 metres east of Robinson Road to 900 metres east of Robinson Road, in the Township of Selwyn. Work will consist of asphalt placement, and new pavement markings. The County’s contractor, Coco Paving Inc., will start work on July 21, and is expected to complete the work by the end of day July 21. Please note that unfavourable weather conditions may influence the work schedule. Lane restrictions will be required for the duration of the project in order to complete the work in a safe and efficient manner. Drivers should expect delays within the construction limits. The County realizes that the construction work will be disruptive and will complete the work as quickly and efficiently as possible. Drivers are asked to exercise additional caution for pedestrian, cyclist, and construction worker safety. We apologize for any inconvenience during construction and thank you for your patience. If you have any questions, please contact the following individuals:
John Finch, C.E.T.,rcsi Construction Inspector D.M. Wills Associates Ltd. 150 Jameson Drive Peterborough, ON K9J 0B9 Phone: (705) 499-5397 Email: jfinch@dmwills.com
Doug Saccoccia, P. Eng. Manager, Engineering and Design County of Peterborough 310 Armour Road Peterborough, ON K9H 1Y6 Phone: (705) 775-2737 ext. 3201 Email: dsaccoccia@ptbocounty.ca |
April 15, 2021 - Notice of Initiation of Projects County Road 14 (Yankee Line) Rehabilitation, James A. Gifford Causeway Rehabilitation and Chemong Bridge Rehabilitation | ||||||||||||||||||||
Introduction Steve Taylor, P. Eng
Peter Nielsen, CET
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March 29, 2021 - Walleye Monitoring Program - Resident Communication | ||||||||||||||||||||
March 29, 2021
Dear Property Owner, As you may be aware, the County of Peterborough has recently completed the second and final season of construction for improvements to the James A. Gifford Causeway. Along with the construction works, walleye monitoring which began in the spring of 2019 will continue in the coming months. What will be happening? Continuing with the data collection program initiated last year, the County of Peterborough in partnership with Curve Lake First Nation will be monitoring the status of the walleye in Chemong Lake for the next 3 years. This spring you may see County consultants along with Curve Lake First Nation community members collecting information on walleye that inhabit and spawn in nearshore areas of Chemong Lake along the Causeway shoreline. As part of this study, water quality and night monitoring will occur during the months of April and May. Water quality will be captured using data logging equipment placed on the lakebed and in previously identified ideal spawning habitat. The sampling procedures we use are not harmful to the fish. It is very important for your safety and for the integrity of our programs that the equipment is not disturbed. Signs will be placed at both ends of the Gifford Causeway notifying the public about the fish monitoring in progress. How will this impact you? During the evening while we are performing the monitoring, you may see monitors traveling by boat and counting the number of walleye observed using spot light style lighting equipment. Generally, workers could be on-site between 6 p.m. and 4 a.m. We wanted you to be aware in advance, so that you are not concerned if you see workers and lights throughout the night. How does COVID-19 affect environmental monitoring? Peterborough County is taking actions to help protect the health of our community during the COVID-19 pandemic, and a number of protection measures and resources are available on our website: www.ptbocounty.ca The provincial government has indicated that “businesses that support environmental management/monitoring” are considered essential services. As such, and in consultation with all involved stakeholders, our spring 2021 monitoring program will continue and include measures to ensure the health and safety of our employees and the public.
Should accommodations to the work plan be required to comply with changing provincial or federal policies, these changes will be discussed with all stakeholders and these changes communicated to the public. As we move forward, please be assured that all information updates will be shared with the public and will also be posted to our website on a webpage dedicated to the James A. Gifford Causeway at: www.ptbocounty.ca/GiffordCauseway |
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February 26, 2021 - Gazebo Move at Causeway | ||||||||||||||||||||
February 26, 2021 – There will be some movement around the Gifford Causeway March 1 and 2, 2021. The County in partnership with BEL Rotary will be relocating the gazebo located at the BEL Rotary Park. The relocation is needed to provide clear access to the area for Drain Bros. to complete the fill and fish habitat work at the Causeway. Redpath Crane Service will be lifting the gazebo from its’ site and moving it to provide better access for Drain Bros. to complete the work.
Background: Drain Bros. Excavating Limited has been contracted by the County to complete the rockfill base phase of the Gifford Causeway Project. Next phases planned for later in 2021 include the rehabilitation of Robinson Road westerly to Boundary Road and Causeway and Bridge Rehabilitation work to be completed in 2022. For further information, contact: Sheridan Graham at sgraham@ptbocounty.ca Sheridan Graham, CAO, Deputy Clerk/Deputy Treasurer Peterborough County 705-743-0380 ext. 2500 |
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January 7, 2021 - Winter Update | ||||||||||||||||||||
What’s planned for the winter of 2021?This winter the work won’t be as extensive as last year, so you may not see work being done every day by Drain Bros. The work planned this winter is:
Some of this work is best done when the water is lowest, so may be done a little later this winter. Thanks to everyone for your patience as we work on this important multi-year project!
Photo Gallery: Jan 2021 Causway will appear here on the public site.
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November 27, 2020 - Construction Notice | ||||||||||||||||||||
Please be advised that construction of the rock fill widening of the James A. Gifford Causeway (County Road 14) will recommence on or about December 7, 2020, continuing until March 15, 2021. Work to be completed includes the completion of fish habitat enhancement measures, culvert repairs and other related activities. There will be periods of time when short duration traffic lane closures will be in effect on the Causeway to accommodate the movement of construction materials and equipment.
This is the second phase of the construction of a rock fill (widening) platform. Upon completion of this phase, rehabilitation of the existing 2-lane roadway is anticipated to commence in 2022. Please note that these dates may fluctuate due to weather constraints and other factors. Every effort will be made to keep agencies and residents informed of any significant changes. We apologize for any inconvenience and thank you for your patience. If you have any questions please email us at GiffordCauseway@ptbocounty.ca |
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November 13, 2020 | ||||||||||||||||||||
What will be happening?The fish sanctuary in the vicinity of the James A. Gifford Causeway will be in effect from November. 16th to December. 31st.
How will this impact you?A fish sanctuary identifies an area of protected waters, where fishing by land or by boat is illegal during the specified time. It is the water that is designated as a fish sanctuary,
Enforcement will be in place by Conservation Officers and charges will be laid if people are fishing during this period in this area. Notice is given with appropriate signage placed in the designated Fish sanctuary. See attached photo.
Thanks in advance for your support and respect of this process. |
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June 19, 2020 | ||||||||||||||||||||
Peterborough County and Selwyn Township are pleased to announce $4.7M in Federal funding for the James A. Gifford Causeway. | ||||||||||||||||||||
April 2, 2020 | ||||||||||||||||||||
As you may be aware, the County of Peterborough has recently completed the first season of construction for improvements to the James A. Gifford Causeway, with plans to finalize the work in the winter of 2021. Along with the construction works, walleye monitoring which began in the spring of 2019 will continue in the coming months. What will be happening? Continuing with the data collection program initiated last year, the County of Peterborough in partnership with Curve Lake First Nation will be monitoring the status of the walleye in Chemong Lake for the next 4 years. This spring you may see County consultants along with Curve Lake First Nation community members collecting information on walleye that inhabit and spawn in nearshore areas of Chemong Lake along the Causeway shoreline. As part of this study, water quality and night monitoring will occur during the months of April and May. Water quality will be captured using data logging equipment placed on the lake bed and in previously identified ideal spawning habitat. The sampling procedures we use are not harmful to the fish. It is very important for your safety and for the integrity of our programs that the equipment is not disturbed. Signs will be placed at both ends of the Gifford Causeway notifying the public about the fish monitoring in progress. How will this impact you? During the evening while we are performing the monitoring, you may see monitors traveling by boat and counting the number of walleye observed using spot light style lighting equipment. Generally, workers could be on-site between 6 p.m. and 4 a.m. We wanted you to be aware in advance, so that you are not concerned if you see workers and lights throughout the night. How does COVID-19 affect environmental monitoring? Peterborough County is taking actions to help protect the health of our community during the COVID-19 pandemic, and a number of protection measures and resources are available on our website: www.ptbocounty.ca The provincial government has indicated that “businesses that support environmental management/monitoring” are considered essential services. As such, and in consultation with all involved stakeholders, our spring 2020 monitoring program will continue and include measures to ensure the health and safety of our employees and the public. Changes to this year’s work plan include: • Creation of a Vessel Guidance Protocol for Managing Coronavirus Disease (COVD-19); o A project-specific health and safety document based on consultation with Transport Canada and information provided by the Center for Disease Control and Prevention; • Education of all staff regarding COVID-19 transmission and best practices, including the importance of social/physical distancing at all times during field work; • Use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) specific to minimizing the transfer and survival of the COVID-19 virus; and • Frequent disinfection of the monitoring vessel. Should accommodations to the work plan be required to comply with changing provincial or federal policies, these changes will be discussed with all stakeholders and these changes communicated to the public. As we move forward, please be assured that all information updates will be shared with the public and will also be posted to our website on a webpage dedicated to the James A. Gifford Causeway at: www.ptbocounty.ca/GiffordCauseway If you have any questions please email us at GiffordCauseway@ptbocounty.ca |
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March 12, 2020 | ||||||||||||||||||||
The first phase of the James A. Gifford Causeway project will be winding down over the next few weeks. During this time the installation of the concrete barrier along the roadside will be completed and various aspects of site clean-up will take place. Localized patch repairs will be completed on the asphalt road surface and night-time walleye monitoring activities will resume in the spring.
Construction activities on this 2-year project will recommence in late 2020.
Thank you for your patience during this important infrastructure project!
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January 7, 2020 | ||||||||||||||||||||
Construction work continues on the James A. Gifford Causeway. We’d like to thank the public for their ongoing patience during this project. In order to expedite the construction schedule, work hours have been extended to include 6:30am to 6:00pm. Temporary flood lights have been installed to improve visibility during these extended hours. As traffic fluctuates throughout the day, delays can be expected during high volume times, particularly between 7am and 9am. |
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January 2, 2020 | ||||||||||||||||||||
Following the holiday break, construction work on the causeway resumed today with rock dumping. Temporary lighting has been installed at both sides of the causeway for the protection of the flagging personnel. | ||||||||||||||||||||
November 16, 2019 | ||||||||||||||||||||
Please be advised that construction of the rock fill widening of the James A. Gifford Causeway (County Road 14) will commence on Monday, November 18, 2019, continuing until March 15, 2020. Additional construction activities will continue through the fall and winter of 2020/2021. As the result of water temperature levels in Chemong Lake reaching the optimum range of less than five (5) degrees Celsius, construction has been authorized to proceed earlier than anticipated.
Please note that these dates may fluctuate due to weather constraints and other factors. Every effort will be made to keep agencies and residents informed of any significant changes. We apologize for any inconvenience and thank you for your patience. |
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November 15, 2019 | ||||||||||||||||||||
Have you seen the new signs at the Gifford Causeway (Bridgenorth - Ennismore)? Construction is starting soon! For updates follow us @PtboCounty on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter or at our webpage dedicated to the project right here but clicking Receive Email Updates below. | ||||||||||||||||||||
November 8, 2019 | ||||||||||||||||||||
There has been a lot of behind-the-scenes work taking place on the Causeway Project. County Staff, Engineering Consultants, the Contractor and First Nations representatives have been working together on various aspects of the project. The Federal Department of Fisheries and Oceans (DFO) permit we have received does not allow any in-work water to proceed until the water temperature is consistently between 5 and 10 degrees Celsius. The temperature is being monitored closely and once this level has been reached, in-water work will begin at the east end of the Causeway, which will see the construction of a rock jetty, and then progress from east to west. Over the next few weeks you will see various activities taking place at the Causeway as we prepare for this work to begin.
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October 2, 2019 | ||||||||||||||||||||
The DFO permit has been received and work on Phase 1 (the rock fill, base stabilization) of the James A. Gifford Causeway Improvement Plan is expected to begin late October/early November. Phase 1 involves the placement of rock on the south side of the Causeway. This project is fully funded by Peterborough County and is not tied to any external funding. Watch the latest County Connection video for more information.
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September 12, 2019 | ||||||||||||||||||||
The County is planning to begin rock base widening on the J.A. Gifford Causeway in October 2019. County Council awarded the tender to Drain Brothers Excavating and will begin work in October/November 2019. The project involves the placement of rock on the south side of the Causeway. The County will be providing advance notice of our exact start date closer to that time. Click the "Receive Email Updates" button below to receive email notifications of updates to this page. For questions or concerns specifically related to the Gifford Causeway project, please email us at giffordcauseway@ptbocounty.ca |
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July 17, 2019 | ||||||||||||||||||||
The James A. Gifford Improvement Plan | ||||||||||||||||||||
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What will be happening?The County of Peterborough in partnership with Curve Lake First Nation will be monitoring the status of the walleye in Chemong Lake for the next 5 years. This spring you may see County consultants along with Curve Lake First Nation community members collecting information on walleye that inhabit and spawn in nearshore areas of Chemong Lake along the Causeway and eastern shoreline. As part of this study,water quality, egg collection and night monitoring will occur during the month of April. Water quality will be captured using data logging equipment placed on the lake bed. The sampling procedures we use are not harmful to the fish. It is very important for your safety and for the integrity of our programs that the equipment is not disturbed. Signs will be placed at both ends of the Gifford Causeway notifying the public about the fish monitoring in progress. How will this impact you?During the evening while we are performing the monitoring you may see monitors traveling by boat and counting the number of walleye observed using spot light style lighting equipment. Generally, workers could be onsite between 6 p.m. and 4 a.m. We wanted you to be aware in advance, so that you are not concerned if you see workers and lights throughout the night. If you have any questions please email us at GiffordCauseway@ptbocounty.ca |
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April 3, 2019 | ||||||||||||||||||||
Today at Council Council, Council reaffirmed its' commitment to move forward with the James A. Gifford Causeway short-term infrastructure improvements which include: Short Term Improvement
Other long term infrastructure plans will be reviewed as part of the Transportation Master Plan update 2019-2020. |
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Fish Monitoring - Spring 2019 | ||||||||||||||||||||
What will be happening?
The County of Peterborough in partnership with Curve Lake First Nation will be monitoring the status of the walleye in Chemong Lake for the next 5 years. This spring you may see County consultants along with Curve Lake First Nation community members collecting information on walleye that inhabit and spawn in nearshore areas of Chemong Lake along the Causeway and eastern shoreline. As part of this study, water quality, egg collection and night monitoring will occur during the month of April. Water quality will be captured using data logging equipment placed on the lakebed. The sampling procedures we use are not harmful to the fish. It is very important for your safety and for the integrity of our programs that the equipment is not disturbed. Signs will be placed at both ends of the Gifford Causeway notifying the public about the fish monitoring in progress. How will this impact you? During the evening while we are performing the monitoring you may see monitors traveling by boat and counting the number of walleye observed using spot light style lighting equipment. Generally, workers could be onsite between 6 p.m. and 4 a.m. We wanted you to be aware in advance, so that you are not concerned if you see workers and lights throughout the night. As we move forward, please be assured that all information updates will be shared with the public and will also be posted to this webpage. Watch our Fish Monitoring Video:
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March 12, 2019 | ||||||||||||||||||||
The follow up staff report will be going to County Council on April 3, 2019. | ||||||||||||||||||||
February 20, 2019 | ||||||||||||||||||||
County Council adopted in principle the County’s Strategic Asset Management Policy and Asset Management Plan.The Strategic Asset Management Policy and Asset Management Plan are legislative requirements in Ontario Regulation 588/17 under the Infrastructure for Jobs and Prosperity Act, 2015. Both the policy and plan will guide the County during budget and other long term financial planning decisions. Strategic Asset Management Policy The Asset Management Plan (AMP) has these goals:
The plan covers all assets owned by the County valued at $5,000 or greater including Engineered Structures (Bridges and Culverts), Roads, Cross Culverts (less than 3m dia.), Facilities, Equipment, Traffic Signals, Forests, Trails and the Landfill. Growth related Infrastructure needs are covered in the Transportation Master Plan (TMP). The TMP is a comprehensive assessment of the County’s current and future transportation system improvement needs. It includes recommendations for new / improved infrastructure (e.g. roads, transit, cycling, walking), operational design standards, and transportation policies. The TMP was last updated in 2014 with an updated plan in 2019. Council’s approval of the Asset Management Plan (AMP) acknowledges the following:
The AMP identifies a gap of approximately $52 million between funding currently being set aside, and what will be needed to fund the maintenance of County infrastructure over the next 10 years. The adoption of the AMP in principle, does not commit the County to fully funding the identified infrastructure funding gap, but does acknowledge that a plan must be in place by July 1, 2024. Council also directed staff that in consideration of the infrastructure and funding requirements identified in the budget and the Asset Management Plan, a report be returned to Council providing updated costs to complete the widening and rehabilitation of the James A. Gifford Causeway and for staff to provide recommendations on how costs could be reduced. Staff will be bringing this report to the March 20th meeting of County Council. |
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January 2019 | ||||||||||||||||||||
While no official date has yet been set for the commencement of this project, Peterborough County staff continue to work with Department of Fisheries and Oceans and other partners through an established process that, when complete, will allow us to move forward with the project. The work planned is to expand the rock base of the Causeway to reinforce the base of the roadway. This is the first phase of a multi-year plan for the James A. Gifford Causeway. The rock expansion contract has been awarded to Drain Bros. Excavating with rock fill being placed on the south side of the Causeway. The rock expansion project is a multi-year contract and it is anticipated that the work will continue throughout the winter and will extend through 2019 and 2020. Upon completion of the rock expansion project, rehabilitation of the asphalt surface of the 2-lane Causeway is planned to be completed. Traffic control will be provided with a reduction to one-lane at points along the Causeway throughout the project. The public can follow the progress of the project on this webpage as well as through social media (Facebook @PtboCounty and Twitter @PtboCounty). We would like to thank the public for their patience throughout this important project on the County’s busiest roadway. |
Presentation Boards |
Photo Gallery: DFO Exhibit Boards will appear here on the public site.
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