Eau Claire Area Improvements construction and detours

Construction update - January 2025

Concrete sandblasting: Deferred until Spring 2025

Once timing is confirmed on sandblasting, there will be updates posted here and notifications sent to interested parties.

Timelines may change due to inclement weather, complexity, supply chain, and/or other unexpected circumstances. We understand construction can be challenging and thank you for your ongoing patience as we improve Eau Claire Plaza.

A bird's eye view

Below is some aerial drone footage showing the progress made on Eau Claire Plaza in Summer 2024; we’re currently on track to re-open Eau Claire Plaza by mid-2025. We know construction can be challenging, but we're getting there. Thanks to nearby residents and businesses for their patience and understanding as we get closer to finishing the work needed to bring this beautiful space to life.

Permanent Closure of Barclay Parade S.W.

A reminder that Barclay Parade is now permanently closed between 2 Street S.W. to just north of the Local Public Eatery. Access to local businesses is maintained.

Please note: The pathway connection between the Eau Claire Promenade and Barclay Parade will also remain closed throughout construction, but access to Prince’s Island is being maintained. Please see map below. Wayfinding signage can be found on the north and south ends of the Plaza site to help visitors navigate the area.

For additional updates on the Plaza redesign, visit our Eau Claire Plaza Redesign page.

What to expect

Construction work hours for Eau Claire Plaza are Monday to Saturday from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Below are details on what you can expect to see in the area while work happens:

Sidewalk closure around the site with detours to ensure pedestrians and cyclists can travel safely through the area and still access their destinations.
To complete the sidewalk and concrete work in the Plaza and Promenade, crews will be in the area doing intermittent sand blasting. We do our best to mitigate and control the dust produced but encourage area residents and businesses to close windows and doors to reduce potential exposure to dust. Area residents and businesses will be notified in advance of sandblasting activity by The City.
An increase in on-site construction activity, including construction crews, vehicles and heavy equipment.
An increase in truck and equipment traffic accessing the construction site(s) and surrounding areas.
Material removal and delivery, as well as on-site flaggers to help direct traffic and pathway users.
Material removal and delivery, as well as on-site flaggers to help direct traffic and pathway users.

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