As the weekend approaches, Montreal drivers should be aware of several road closures that may impact their travel plans. These closures are necessary for ongoing construction and maintenance projects, and drivers are advised to plan their routes accordingly.
Starting on Friday, June 4 at 10 p.m., the Turcot Interchange will be closed in both directions until Monday, June 7 at 5 a.m. This closure will affect the following routes:
– Highway 15 Southbound: Closed between the Turcot Interchange and the entrance to Highway 20 Eastbound.
– Highway 15 Northbound: Closed between the Turcot Interchange and the entrance to Highway 20 Westbound.
– Highway 20 Eastbound: Closed between the entrance from Highway 15 Southbound and the entrance to Highway 720 Eastbound.
– Highway 20 Westbound: Closed between the entrance from Highway 15 Northbound and the entrance to Highway 720 Westbound.
– Highway 720 Eastbound: Closed between the entrance from Highway 20 Eastbound and the entrance to Highway 15 Northbound.
– Highway 720 Westbound: Closed between the entrance from Highway 20 Westbound and the entrance to Highway 15 Southbound.
During this closure, drivers are advised to use the following detours:
– For Highway 15 Southbound: Take the exit for Highway 20 Westbound, then take the exit for Angrignon Boulevard and follow the signs for Highway 15 Southbound.
– For Highway 15 Northbound: Take the exit for Highway 20 Eastbound, then take the exit for Saint-Pierre Avenue and follow the signs for Highway 15 Northbound.
– For Highway 20 Eastbound: Take the exit for Highway 15 Northbound, then take the exit for Saint-Jacques Street and follow the signs for Highway 20 Eastbound.
– For Highway 20 Westbound: Take the exit for Highway 15 Southbound, then take the exit for Saint-Jacques Street and follow the signs for Highway 20 Westbound.
– For Highway 720 Eastbound: Take the exit for Highway 15 Northbound, then take the exit for Saint-Jacques Street and follow the signs for Highway 720 Eastbound.
– For Highway 720 Westbound: Take the exit for Highway 15 Southbound, then take the exit for Saint-Jacques Street and follow the signs for Highway 720 Westbound.
In addition, the following closures will also be in effect this weekend:
– Highway 13 Northbound: Closed between Exit 6 (Highway 40 Eastbound) and the entrance from Highway 40 Westbound from Friday, June 4 at 11 p.m. until Monday, June 7 at 5 a.m.
– Highway 13 Southbound: Closed between Exit 6 (Highway 40 Eastbound) and the entrance from Highway 40 Westbound from Friday, June 4 at 11 p.m. until Monday, June 7 at 5 a.m.
– Highway 40 Eastbound: Closed between Exit 60 (Highway 13 Northbound) and the entrance from Saint-Jean Boulevard from Friday, June 4 at 11 p.m. until Monday, June 7 at 5 a.m.
– Highway 40 Westbound: Closed between Exit 60 (Highway 13 Southbound) and the entrance from Saint-Jean Boulevard from Friday, June 4 at 11 p.m. until Monday, June 7 at 5 a.m.
Detours will be in place for these closures, and drivers are advised to follow the signs and plan for extra travel time.
Furthermore, the following local closures will also be in effect:
– Saint-Jacques Street: Closed between Saint-Pierre Avenue and Saint-Antoine Street from Friday, June 4 at 10 p.m. until Monday, June 7 at 5 a.m.
– Saint-Antoine Street: Closed between Saint-Jacques Street and Saint-Pierre Avenue from Friday, June 4 at 10 p.m. until Monday, June 7 at 5 a.m.
– Saint-Pierre Avenue: Closed between Saint-Jacques Street and Saint-Antoine Street from Friday, June 4 at 10 p.m. until Monday, June 7 at 5 a.m.
These closures are necessary for the ongoing construction of the new Turcot Interchange and the reconstruction of the Saint-Jacques Street overpass. Drivers are advised to use alternate routes and to expect delays in the affected areas.
For more information on these closures and other roadwork projects in and around Montreal, drivers can visit the Quebec 511 website or download the mobile app. It is important for drivers to stay informed and plan their routes accordingly to avoid any potential delays or disruptions.