
Contract 2: Highway 3 Widening From Essex to Leamington
Traffic Impacts
On Thursday October 15th and Saturday October 17, the intersection of Highway 3 and Essex Road 18 will be closed early morning until late afternoon for paving operations, weather permitting. Detours routes will be posted in advance.
Eastbound Highway 3 traffic will be temporarily shifted to the westbound lanes while this work takes place.
Motorists may experience short, temporary delays at this intersection while work takes place. Ontario Provincial Police officers and designated project traffic control personnel will be present to assist and safely direct traffic through the area. Motorists are asked to exercise caution, follow all posted signage, and adhere to directions provided on site.
We appreciate the public’s patience and cooperation as work continues to support the long-term improvement to increase the capacity of Highway 3 through Essex County between Essex and Leamington
Intermittent Flagging Throughout the Project, from 0.5 km east of Essex Road 23 easterly to 1.0 km east of Essex Road 34, March 2026 to December 2026
Upcoming Permanent Road Closures
The following roads north of Highway 3 will permanently close on May 11, weather permitting. Access to and from Highway 3 will no longer be possible from/to the following roads after May 11, weather permitting:
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Cameron Side Road
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Marsh Road
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Inman Side Road
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Upcott Side Road