King William Street Reconstruction

The District of Muskoka is reconstructing King William Street from Scott Street to Highway 60. Construction is scheduled to begin in June and is expected to be completed by the end of 2026.

The project is part of the District's investment in essential systems that make housing possible and will increase capacity to support 3,200 new homes in the Town of Huntsville.

Replacement and upgrades to aging water, wastewater and transportation infrastructure will boost housing and the economy locally and support the long-term health of Muskoka's lakes, rivers and communities.

Work will include removing and replacing:

Aboveground: road, traffic signals

Underground: sanitary and storm sewers, watermains

Streetscape: curbs, sidewalks, boulevards

As with any construction project, disruptions are to be expected, there will be impacts to the community and the District is committed to minimizing disruption wherever possible.

What You Need to Know

Traffic impacts

Two-way traffic will be maintained through the construction area. Expect significant delays in both directions.
One northbound lane and one southbound lane will be maintained between Scott Street and Highway 60 while construction is underway.
Motorists should expect traffic delays and congestion in both directions and are encouraged to allow extra travel time or consider alternative routes where possible.

Access maintained

Access to all businesses will be maintained during construction.
Following discussions with local businesses, the traffic management plan was revised to maintain two-way access through the construction area while work progresses.
Pedestrian crossings at Rogers Cove Drive and the Huntsville Place Mall entrance will remain open.

Updates and scheduling

Municipal 511 will be updated to help keep Google Maps and Waze current.

Delays may occur due to unforeseen conditions. Advance notice will be provided where possible.

Stay Informed

You can stay informed by:

Visiting this page regularly for updates

Attending a Construction Café (dates will be shared on this page and to those who've subscribed for updates.)

Subscribing to project updates (enter in your email address at the top right side of this page)

We recognize construction can be disruptive for residents, motorists and businesses and thank you for your patience during this important project.

The District of Muskoka is reconstructing King William Street from Scott Street to Highway 60. Construction is scheduled to begin in June and is expected to be completed by the end of 2026.

The project is part of the District's investment in essential systems that make housing possible and will increase capacity to support 3,200 new homes in the Town of Huntsville.

Replacement and upgrades to aging water, wastewater and transportation infrastructure will boost housing and the economy locally and support the long-term health of Muskoka's lakes, rivers and communities.

Work will include removing and replacing:

Aboveground: road, traffic signals

Underground: sanitary and storm sewers, watermains

Streetscape: curbs, sidewalks, boulevards

As with any construction project, disruptions are to be expected, there will be impacts to the community and the District is committed to minimizing disruption wherever possible.

What You Need to Know

Traffic impacts

Two-way traffic will be maintained through the construction area. Expect significant delays in both directions.
One northbound lane and one southbound lane will be maintained between Scott Street and Highway 60 while construction is underway.
Motorists should expect traffic delays and congestion in both directions and are encouraged to allow extra travel time or consider alternative routes where possible.

Access maintained

Access to all businesses will be maintained during construction.
Following discussions with local businesses, the traffic management plan was revised to maintain two-way access through the construction area while work progresses.
Pedestrian crossings at Rogers Cove Drive and the Huntsville Place Mall entrance will remain open.

Updates and scheduling

Municipal 511 will be updated to help keep Google Maps and Waze current.

Delays may occur due to unforeseen conditions. Advance notice will be provided where possible.

Stay Informed

You can stay informed by:

Visiting this page regularly for updates

Attending a Construction Café (dates will be shared on this page and to those who've subscribed for updates.)

Subscribing to project updates (enter in your email address at the top right side of this page)

We recognize construction can be disruptive for residents, motorists and businesses and thank you for your patience during this important project.

Weekly Project Updates

October 2 - Update

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Work planned week of October 5 to October 9
Concrete sidewalk installation will begin along King William Street from Rogers Cove Drive north toward Highway 60.
Trenchless sanitary sewer replacement work will continue, with crews installing new sanitary sewer pipe with pipe bursting technique.
Crews will continue forcemain installation, storm sewer pipe and structure construction, and road base rehabilitation throughout the project area.
Work completed week of September 28 to October 2
Trenchless sanitary sewer replacement progressed, with new sewer pipe installed using pipe-bursting techniques.
New concrete curb and gutter was constructed along sections of King William Street between Highway 60 and Rogers Cove Drive, while grading and granular base placement continued in preparation for upcoming sidewalk construction.
Community impacts
Overnight paving of King William Street between Highway 60 and Rogers Cove Drive is scheduled for October 13, 14, 15, and 16, requiring a full road closure each night.
Detour routes will be posted, and additional details regarding the closures and paving schedule will be communicated as the work dates approach.
We thank residents, businesses, and motorists for their continued patience and cooperation as this important infrastructure project progresses.
Work planned week of October 5 to October 9
Concrete sidewalk installation will begin along King William Street from Rogers Cove Drive north toward Highway 60.
Trenchless sanitary sewer replacement work will continue, with crews installing new sanitary sewer pipe with pipe bursting technique.
Crews will continue forcemain installation, storm sewer pipe and structure construction, and road base rehabilitation throughout the project area.
Work completed week of September 28 to October 2
Trenchless sanitary sewer replacement progressed, with new sewer pipe installed using pipe-bursting techniques.
New concrete curb and gutter was constructed along sections of King William Street between Highway 60 and Rogers Cove Drive, while grading and granular base placement continued in preparation for upcoming sidewalk construction.
Community impacts
Overnight paving of King William Street between Highway 60 and Rogers Cove Drive is scheduled for October 13, 14, 15, and 16, requiring a full road closure each night.
Detour routes will be posted, and additional details regarding the closures and paving schedule will be communicated as the work dates approach.
We thank residents, businesses, and motorists for their continued patience and cooperation as this important infrastructure project progresses.
September 28 - Update

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Work planned week of September 28 to October 2
The pipe bursting subcontractor experienced a delay in mobilizing to the site and is now scheduled to begin work on September 28.
The contractor will complete the pipe bursting and replacement of the existing sanitary sewer south of Rogers Cove Drive.
Work completed week of September 21 to September 25
Crews completed watermain connections and installed new water services to properties.
Community impacts
Paving of King William Street from Highway 60 to Rogers Cove Drive is scheduled to take place during overnight road closures on October 13, 14, 15 and 16 (new dates). A full road closure will be required each night to ensure the work can be completed safely and efficiently.
Additional details regarding the closure and paving schedule will be communicated as the work date approaches.
We thank residents and businesses for their patience and cooperation as we complete this important infrastructure upgrade.
Work planned week of September 28 to October 2
The pipe bursting subcontractor experienced a delay in mobilizing to the site and is now scheduled to begin work on September 28.
The contractor will complete the pipe bursting and replacement of the existing sanitary sewer south of Rogers Cove Drive.
Work completed week of September 21 to September 25
Crews completed watermain connections and installed new water services to properties.
Community impacts
Paving of King William Street from Highway 60 to Rogers Cove Drive is scheduled to take place during overnight road closures on October 13, 14, 15 and 16 (new dates). A full road closure will be required each night to ensure the work can be completed safely and efficiently.
Additional details regarding the closure and paving schedule will be communicated as the work date approaches.
We thank residents and businesses for their patience and cooperation as we complete this important infrastructure upgrade.
September 21 Update

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Work planned Week of September 21 to September 25
Crews will be working both a day and a night shift to increase production and to reduce watermain impacts to the business this week.
→ Daytime work
Pipe bursting, a trenchless method used to replace aging underground sanitary sewer infrastructure without extensive excavation, will continue south of Rogers Cove Drive.
Road construction activities will continue in preparation for curb and gutter installation.
→ Overnight work
Watermain work to connect businesses to the newly installed watermain.
Work completed Week of September 14 to September 18
A section of the newly installed sanitary sewer forcemain was successfully connected to the existing system near Highway 60.
Crews completed investigations at several locations to verify existing sanitary sewer service connections.
Temporary sanitary bypass infrastructure was setup to accommodate the next phase of sanitary sewer system improvements while maintaining uninterrupted service during construction.
Preparatory work for upcoming trenchless sewer rehabilitation activities was completed, including site setup, utility coordination, and construction planning.
Community impacts
Residents can anticipate construction noise overnight.
Motorists and nearby businesses may experience temporary access restrictions and traffic impacts at the Rogers Cove Drive intersection during day work as curb installation work progresses. Traffic control measures will be in place to help maintain safe travel through the area, and access to local businesses will be maintained wherever possible.
Temporary water service interruptions are anticipated in the coming week as part of ongoing construction activities. The contractor will provide advance notice to affected properties and will coordinate the timing of interruptions to minimize disruptions to local businesses wherever possible.
Work planned Week of September 21 to September 25
Crews will be working both a day and a night shift to increase production and to reduce watermain impacts to the business this week.
→ Daytime work
Pipe bursting, a trenchless method used to replace aging underground sanitary sewer infrastructure without extensive excavation, will continue south of Rogers Cove Drive.
Road construction activities will continue in preparation for curb and gutter installation.
→ Overnight work
Watermain work to connect businesses to the newly installed watermain.
Work completed Week of September 14 to September 18
A section of the newly installed sanitary sewer forcemain was successfully connected to the existing system near Highway 60.
Crews completed investigations at several locations to verify existing sanitary sewer service connections.
Temporary sanitary bypass infrastructure was setup to accommodate the next phase of sanitary sewer system improvements while maintaining uninterrupted service during construction.
Preparatory work for upcoming trenchless sewer rehabilitation activities was completed, including site setup, utility coordination, and construction planning.
Community impacts
Residents can anticipate construction noise overnight.
Motorists and nearby businesses may experience temporary access restrictions and traffic impacts at the Rogers Cove Drive intersection during day work as curb installation work progresses. Traffic control measures will be in place to help maintain safe travel through the area, and access to local businesses will be maintained wherever possible.
Temporary water service interruptions are anticipated in the coming week as part of ongoing construction activities. The contractor will provide advance notice to affected properties and will coordinate the timing of interruptions to minimize disruptions to local businesses wherever possible.
September 14 Project Update

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Work planned week of September 14 to September 18
Contractor will begin watermain commissioning
Crews will prepare for pipe bursting of the sanitary sewer south of Rogers Cove by setting up a temporary sanitary sewer by-pass
Work completed week of September 7 to September 11
Crews continued installing new sanitary sewer infrastructure and watermain
Community impacts
Traffic lanes will be shifted toward the center of the roadway as construction progresses, and motorists should follow all posted signage and traffic control measures
From September 21 to September 25, work is expected to occur over two daily shifts, with night work beginning on Sunday night (September 20) to complete watermain connections and advance the project schedule. Affected businesses will be receiving notice 10 days prior to the water disruption
Work planned week of September 14 to September 18
Contractor will begin watermain commissioning
Crews will prepare for pipe bursting of the sanitary sewer south of Rogers Cove by setting up a temporary sanitary sewer by-pass
Work completed week of September 7 to September 11
Crews continued installing new sanitary sewer infrastructure and watermain
Community impacts
Traffic lanes will be shifted toward the center of the roadway as construction progresses, and motorists should follow all posted signage and traffic control measures
From September 21 to September 25, work is expected to occur over two daily shifts, with night work beginning on Sunday night (September 20) to complete watermain connections and advance the project schedule. Affected businesses will be receiving notice 10 days prior to the water disruption
September 4 Project Update

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Work planned week of September 7 to September 11
Preparation for sanitary sewer replacement using pipe bursting technology, which minimizes surface disruption and improves construction efficiency.
Watermain commissioning and testing.
Preparation for the installation of traffic signals, curb, and gutter infrastructure.
Work completed week of August 31 to September 4
Installed new watermain infrastructure, water services, and a fire hydrant.
Continued excavation for new sanitary sewer service installations.
Community impacts
Construction crews will be working on Friday, September 11, in lieu of Monday, September 7 (Labour Day).
Access to businesses and properties will be maintained wherever possible. Traffic control measures will remain in place to support safe travel through the construction zone.
Following watermain commissioning, a temporary water service interruption will be required to complete service connections. Affected properties will receive advance notice, including a 10-day notice and a 72-hour reminder prior to the interruption.
Work planned week of September 7 to September 11
Preparation for sanitary sewer replacement using pipe bursting technology, which minimizes surface disruption and improves construction efficiency.
Watermain commissioning and testing.
Preparation for the installation of traffic signals, curb, and gutter infrastructure.
Work completed week of August 31 to September 4
Installed new watermain infrastructure, water services, and a fire hydrant.
Continued excavation for new sanitary sewer service installations.
Community impacts
Construction crews will be working on Friday, September 11, in lieu of Monday, September 7 (Labour Day).
Access to businesses and properties will be maintained wherever possible. Traffic control measures will remain in place to support safe travel through the construction zone.
Following watermain commissioning, a temporary water service interruption will be required to complete service connections. Affected properties will receive advance notice, including a 10-day notice and a 72-hour reminder prior to the interruption.
August 31 Project Update

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Work planned week of August 31 to September 4
Continue construction of sanitary sewer, storm sewer and watermain.
Tentatively scheduled to complete watermain testing and commissioning by the end of the week.
Continue with road building in preparation of upcoming paving
Installation of underground traffic signal infrastructure.
Work completed week of August 24 to August 28
Installation of watermain and storm sewer.
Road grading and compaction to provide a stable surface for upcoming paving
Community impacts
Traffic patterns may change, depending on construction progress this week. Please follow all posted signage and traffic control measures.
All businesses remain open and accessible within the project limits.
There will be temporary water disruptions at some point in the coming weeks. Affected properties will be receiving a notice once the schedule for the disruptions has been confirmed.
Work planned week of August 31 to September 4
Continue construction of sanitary sewer, storm sewer and watermain.
Tentatively scheduled to complete watermain testing and commissioning by the end of the week.
Continue with road building in preparation of upcoming paving
Installation of underground traffic signal infrastructure.
Work completed week of August 24 to August 28
Installation of watermain and storm sewer.
Road grading and compaction to provide a stable surface for upcoming paving
Community impacts
Traffic patterns may change, depending on construction progress this week. Please follow all posted signage and traffic control measures.
All businesses remain open and accessible within the project limits.
There will be temporary water disruptions at some point in the coming weeks. Affected properties will be receiving a notice once the schedule for the disruptions has been confirmed.
August 24 Project Update

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Work planned week of August 24 to August 28
Crews will continue:
Replacing the watermain between Highway 60 and Rogers Cove Drive,
Replacing the storm water structures and sewer between Highway 60 and the area south of Rogers Cove,
Replacing the storm sewer and reconstructing the road base north of Rogers Cove Drive
Work completed week of August 17 to August 21
Watermain replacement work continued.
Traffic lanes were shifted to allow for watermain work to being on the west side of King William Street.
Challenging ground conditions, including large rocks and boulders, were encountered during excavation. Rock-breaking activities were required to allow the work to proceed.
Community impacts
Drivers may experience delays at the Rogers Cove Drive intersection as work on the southbound side of King William Street continues and extends through the intersection
Traffic patterns have changed through the project limits. Please follow all posted signage and traffic control measures. Please remember all business remain open and accessible within the project limits.
Work planned week of August 24 to August 28
Crews will continue:
Replacing the watermain between Highway 60 and Rogers Cove Drive,
Replacing the storm water structures and sewer between Highway 60 and the area south of Rogers Cove,
Replacing the storm sewer and reconstructing the road base north of Rogers Cove Drive
Work completed week of August 17 to August 21
Watermain replacement work continued.
Traffic lanes were shifted to allow for watermain work to being on the west side of King William Street.
Challenging ground conditions, including large rocks and boulders, were encountered during excavation. Rock-breaking activities were required to allow the work to proceed.
Community impacts
Drivers may experience delays at the Rogers Cove Drive intersection as work on the southbound side of King William Street continues and extends through the intersection
Traffic patterns have changed through the project limits. Please follow all posted signage and traffic control measures. Please remember all business remain open and accessible within the project limits.
August 17 Project Update

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Work planned week of August 17 to August 21
Crews will continue installing sanitary sewer via pipe bursting method and forcemain via open cut south of Rogers Cove.
Watermain replacement will continue between Highway 60 and Rogers Cove.
Storm sewer installation and placement of road base material will continue north of Rogers Cove.
Work completed week of August 10 to August 14
Crews continued work on maintenance holes including finishing the concrete work and final connections.
Crews installed storm sewer and placed and compacted new gravel road base to prepare for paving.
Crews began work on traffic signal installations at the Rogers Cove Drive intersection, including installing underground conduits.
Community impacts
Traffic lanes are anticipated to shift as work moves from the southbound side of the road to the northbound side.
Two-way traffic will continue to be maintained through the construction zone.
Motorists are reminded to follow all posted signage and traffic control measures through the work zone.
Work planned week of August 17 to August 21
Crews will continue installing sanitary sewer via pipe bursting method and forcemain via open cut south of Rogers Cove.
Watermain replacement will continue between Highway 60 and Rogers Cove.
Storm sewer installation and placement of road base material will continue north of Rogers Cove.
Work completed week of August 10 to August 14
Crews continued work on maintenance holes including finishing the concrete work and final connections.
Crews installed storm sewer and placed and compacted new gravel road base to prepare for paving.
Crews began work on traffic signal installations at the Rogers Cove Drive intersection, including installing underground conduits.
Community impacts
Traffic lanes are anticipated to shift as work moves from the southbound side of the road to the northbound side.
Two-way traffic will continue to be maintained through the construction zone.
Motorists are reminded to follow all posted signage and traffic control measures through the work zone.
August 10 Project Update

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Work planned week of August 10 to August 14
The contractor will continue installing sanitary sewer and forcemain infrastructure south of Rogers Cove Drive.
Watermain installation will continue at the Rogers Cove Drive intersection. Traffic control personnel will be on-site to safely direct vehicles and maintain traffic flow during this work.
Work completed week of August 3 to August 7
Crews continued to install watermain, sanitary sewer, forcemain and storm sewer throughout the construction zone.
Community impacts
Two-way traffic will continue to be maintained throughout the project area.
Motorists should anticipate a lane shift during the week of August 10 to 14.
Drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians are reminded to follow all posted signs, traffic control devices, and directions from on-site traffic personnel when travelling through the construction zone.
Work planned week of August 10 to August 14
The contractor will continue installing sanitary sewer and forcemain infrastructure south of Rogers Cove Drive.
Watermain installation will continue at the Rogers Cove Drive intersection. Traffic control personnel will be on-site to safely direct vehicles and maintain traffic flow during this work.
Work completed week of August 3 to August 7
Crews continued to install watermain, sanitary sewer, forcemain and storm sewer throughout the construction zone.
Community impacts
Two-way traffic will continue to be maintained throughout the project area.
Motorists should anticipate a lane shift during the week of August 10 to 14.
Drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians are reminded to follow all posted signs, traffic control devices, and directions from on-site traffic personnel when travelling through the construction zone.
August 3 Project Update

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Work planned week of August 4 to August 7Crews work to place a structure base and dewater the work area.
Work planned includes:
Sanitary pipe installations continuing south of Rogers Cove.
Water line upgrades continue south of Rogers Cove.
Installation of forcemain pipe (a pressurized pipe that carries wastewater. to the treatment plant) continues south of Rogers Cove.
Storm sewer (rainwater pipe) installation continues north of Rogers Cove.
Road reconstruction continues on northbound King William Street.
Work completed week of July 27 to July 31
Crews installed new sanitary underground pipes, repaired existing sewer lines, and continued installing new piping.
Sanitary sewer maintenance hole completed south of Rogers Cove.
Community impacts
Crews will work Friday, August 7 in lieu of Monday, August 3.
Traffic patterns may change the week of August 3 to 7, with a lane switch over to accommodate watermain installation, storm sewer installations and road base rehabilitation.
Please watch for signage and reduce speed through the work zone.
Work planned week of August 4 to August 7Crews work to place a structure base and dewater the work area.
Work planned includes:
Sanitary pipe installations continuing south of Rogers Cove.
Water line upgrades continue south of Rogers Cove.
Installation of forcemain pipe (a pressurized pipe that carries wastewater. to the treatment plant) continues south of Rogers Cove.
Storm sewer (rainwater pipe) installation continues north of Rogers Cove.
Road reconstruction continues on northbound King William Street.
Work completed week of July 27 to July 31
Crews installed new sanitary underground pipes, repaired existing sewer lines, and continued installing new piping.
Sanitary sewer maintenance hole completed south of Rogers Cove.
Community impacts
Crews will work Friday, August 7 in lieu of Monday, August 3.
Traffic patterns may change the week of August 3 to 7, with a lane switch over to accommodate watermain installation, storm sewer installations and road base rehabilitation.
Please watch for signage and reduce speed through the work zone.

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