Quinte West: Smithfield Bridge Lane Closures and Road Paving Projects Begin June 3
- Small Town Productions
- Jun 2
- 2 min read
Roadwork season is officially underway in Quinte West, with major infrastructure improvements beginning across the municipality.
Among the most immediate changes, Smithfield residents and commuters should prepare for temporary lane closures and paving activity on the Smithfield Bridge and several surrounding roads.
Smithfield Bridge Work: June 3–6
Starting Tuesday, June 3, the Smithfield Bridge on Highway 2 (between Bolton Road and Short Street) will be reduced to a single lane due to a microsurfacing project.
This process is designed to extend the life of the bridge by applying a protective layer to the surface — a blend of asphalt, aggregate, and other materials that prevent deterioration from water and traffic.
Work is expected to wrap up by Friday, June 6, weather permitting. During this time, traffic will be managed with temporary signals or flag personnel, and delays should be expected.
Ongoing Paving Projects in Quinte West
In addition to the bridge work, asphalt paving has already begun on several nearby roads, including:
Power Street – from Lock Road to Highway 33
Old Wooler Road – from County Road 5 to Stacey Road
These projects include improvements to sidewalks, curbs, and gutters where applicable, and are part of the City of Quinte West’s broader plan to improve road safety and usability through the summer and fall.
Looking Ahead: More Projects and Bike Lane Additions
Coming in July, additional paving and active transportation enhancements are scheduled for:
Frankford Road – from Wallbridge to Scotts Church Road
Wallbridge-Loyalist Road – from Vermilyea Road to Frankford Road
Foxboro-Stirling Road – from Marsh Hill Road to Wallbridge-Loyalist Road
These routes will also see new bike lanes, promoting safer options for cyclists and multi-modal commuters.
Rural Surface Treatments Underway
Nearly 30 rural roads across Quinte West are receiving surface treatments as part of the municipality’s annual maintenance program, which aims to extend road life and improve driving conditions.
Let’s Keep Each Other Informed
Knowing what roads are closed — and when — helps all of us get where we’re going safely and on time. If you found this information helpful, consider sharing it with friends, neighbors, or in your community Facebook group.
By keeping each other in the loop, we help reduce frustration, avoid delays, and make our small towns stronger, more connected places to live.
For full updates on roadwork and closures in Quinte West, visit the city’s construction projects page.
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