County Road 48 (Ontario Street/Quebec Street/George Street W/George Street E) - Road Reconstruction

Peterborough County and Havelock-Belmont-Methuen have partnered on the reconstruction of County Road 48 (George St.) in Havelock. Given the extensive scope of the project, the work has been divided into three (3) phases, including several sub-phases.

2025 Construction Update

In 2025, the following sub-phases will be completed:

• Phase 1b – George Street East, from Victoria Street to Oak Street
• Phase 1d – Quebec Street, from Ottawa Street (Hwy 7) to George Street West

Construction is scheduled to begin in May 2025 and continue until December 2025.

Scope of Work:

• Replacement of buried infrastructure (ex., water main, stormwater network, and sanitary system).
• Replacement of concrete sidewalks
• Replacement of the asphalt roadway surface

Key Points:

• Staged road closures will be required
• Pedestrian access will be maintained
• Businesses will remain open, with alternative parking arrangements provided.
• Access for emergency vehicles will be available at all times

We appreciate everyone's patience and cooperation as we work to improve local infrastructure. For ongoing updates and detour information, please visit: Municipal511