Public Advisory: Work to Begin on Foxtrap Access Overpass

  • Transportation and Infrastructure

May 15, 2026

Work will begin on the Foxtrap Access Overpass in Conception Bay South on Thursday, May 21. The westbound left lane of the Trans-Canada Highway (Route 1) will be closed to accommodate repairs on the structure.

Travellers can also expect alternating lane closures on Foxtrap Access Road (Route 61) below the structure, which will be controlled by traffic lights.

The lane closures are expected to continue until late fall.

All posted speeds will be reduced to 30 kilometres per hour. Motorists are asked to slow down and respect traffic control measures.

Information on active highway construction projects and repairs is also available at nl511.ca and on the NL 511 mobile app.

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2026 05 15 11:15 am