Road Construction and Closures

Construction, Closures, Restrictions and Special Events

The District of Muskoka is investing in key infrastructure projects in 2025 to improve road safety, enhance municipal services, and support the long-term sustainability of our communities.

Whether it's routine maintenance, major improvement projects, unexpected emergencies, or special events, this page keeps you up to date on what’s happening on District roads. Use this information to plan ahead, find the most efficient routes, and avoid potential delays during your travels.

We’re committed to keeping you moving safely and smoothly across Muskoka. Below is an overview of upcoming work and what residents and visitors can expect.

Thank you for your patience and cooperation as we invest in a safer and more sustainable Muskoka.

Huntsville forecemain project

For more information on the Huntsville's water and wastewater forcemain project, please visit the Mountview Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP) Decommissioning and Infrastructure Improvement Project page.

Microsurfacing projects: Planned for summer 2026

Project Overview: Application of Micro-Surfacing Type II

Description: Microsurfacing is a road maintenance technique that applies a thin layer of asphalt-based material, composed of asphalt, water, aggregate, and additives to the road surface on higher volume roads. A specialized machine sprays the mixture evenly, which is then smoothed and allowed to cure, forming a durable wearing surface resistant to water, UV rays, and environmental damage.

Roads scheduled:

Muskoka Road 19 (Beier’s Rd.) from HWY 11 to CN Rail

Muskoka Road 30 (Walker’s Point Rd.) from Muskoka Rd. 169 to Walker’s Point Rd.

Muskoka Road 118 from Donald Dr. to Muskoka Rd. 7 (Peninsula Rd.)

Muskoka Road 34 (White’s Falls Rd.) from HWY 400 to Vollicks Rd.

Muskoka Road 11 (High Street) from Lake Joseph Rd. to Boundary

Muskoka Road 4 (Windermere Rd.) from Wonder Beach Rd. to Shea Rd.

Muskoka Road 117 from Tackaberry Rd. to Stoneleigh Rd. East

Muskoka Road 18 (Muskoka Rd. N) from Lofty Pines Dr. N (2.5 km)

Muskoka Road 36 (Beaver Creek Dr.) from Muskoka Rd. 1 (Gravenhurst Parkway) to end

Muskoka Road 38 (Kanien’kehá:ka Iohatátie) from Muskoka Rd. 169 to Boundary

Slurry projects completed in 2025

Project Overview: Application of Emulsified Asphalt Slurry Seal – Type II

Description: Slurry seal applies a thin layer of asphalt emulsion mixed with fine aggregate and mineral filler to the road surface on low volume roads (high float treated). Specialized equipment spreads the mixture evenly, sealing the pavement and creating a smooth road surface that extends the lifespan of the road.

Roads completed in 2025:

Muskoka Road 10E (Britannia Rd.) from Muskoka Road 2 (Brunel Road) Easterly (2.2 km)
Muskoka Road 20 (Doe Lake Rd.) from Muskoka Road 6 (Housey’s Rapids Road) to Barkway Road (4.1 km)
Muskoka Rd. 20 (Doe Lake Rd.) from Barkway Rd. to Huntclub Rd.(3 km)
Muskoka Rd. 21 (Fox Point Rd.) from Melrose to Limit (3.7 km)
Muskoka Rd. 30 (Walkers Point Rd.) from Marina Rd. to Broadley Rd.(2.9 km)
Muskoka Rd. 47 (Falkenburg Rd.) from Doherty Rd. Easterly (1.1 km)
Muskoka Rd. 47 (Falkenburg Rd.) from Muskoka Rd.4 (Manitoba Street) to Houston Rd. (2.4 km)

Bracebridge - Muskoka Rd. 14

Location: Fraserberg Rd.

Construction period: Begins the week of Sept. 15, 2025

What's happening: Road base stabilization and double surface treatment.

What to expect:

Single-lane traffic conditions during working hours
Minimal delays anticipated, please follow posted signage

Bracebridge - Muskoka Rd. 37

Location: Muskoka Rd. 37 (Entrance Dr)

Construction Period: Spring 2026

What's happening: Road resurfacing on Muskoka Rd. 37 from Cedar Ln to North of Queen St. Work includes:

Partial/full depth pulverization of existing asphalt
Two lifts of hot-mix asphalt
Associated driveway and minor road intersection reinstatements

What to expect:

Single lane closure during working hours (7 a.m. – 7 p.m.)
All lanes will re-open at end of day
Minimal delays, expected 5-15 minute wait
No impacts to garbage collection

Gravenhurst - Lorne St. Watermain Replacement and Oriole Cres. Drainage Improvements

Location:

Lorne Street (Gateway Dr. to Islander Dr.)
Oriole Cres. at Segwun Blvd.

Construction period: June 9, 2025 – Fall 2025

Project overview: This project will modernize aging underground infrastructure and address local drainage issues. Key improvements include:

Replacement of aging 150mm watermain with upgraded 200mm PVC pipe
New water service connections to property lines
Full road resurfacing and restoration of affected surfaces
Stormwater drainage upgrades, including a major culvert replacement at Oriole Cres.

What to expect:

Lane closures and local traffic only access within work zones
Detours provided for non-local traffic
Advance notices and door-to-door communication for affected residents
Temporary access impacts to properties will be communicated in advance
Drainage work scheduled during low water levels to minimize disruption

Gravenhurst - Muskoka Rd. 6 (Doe Lake Rd.)

Location: Muskoka Rd. 6 (Doe Lk Rd.)

Construction Period: Summer 2025 - Fall 2025

What's happening: Road resurfacing on Muskoka Rd. 6 from Tomingas Rd. to Conservation Rd. Work includes:

Full depth pulverization of existing asphalt
Culvert replacement
Tree trimming and/or removal
Grade adjustments
Two lifts of hot-mix asphalt, line painting
Associated driveway and minor road intersection reinstatements

What to expect:

Single lane closure during working hours (7 a.m. – 7 p.m.)
All lanes will re-open at end of day
Minimal delays, expected 5-15 minute wait
No impacts to garbage collection

Gravenhurst - Muskoka Rd. 13

Location:

Southwood Road - Muskoka Road 13, in between Clipsham Rd. to Canning Rd.

Construction period: Week of Sept. 22, 2025 to Nov. 30, 2025.

Description:

Open grade asphalt paving:

Full Depth pulverization of existing roadway
Culvert replacements at key locations
Minor grade adjustments
Road base stabilization
Cold laid asphalt placement will be used again and has performed very well on previous section from Muskoka Road 169 to Jim Wood Lane along Muskoka Rd. 13
Driveway restorations will be replaced with like-for-like materials

What to expect:

Southwood Road reduced to a single lane during working hours (7 a.m. to 7 p.m.)
Continuous access to residences and businesses will be maintained
Minor driveway and road intersection interruptions that will be coordinated onsite

Waste collection:

District waste collection services will continue as usual for the duration of the project. Residents and businesses can put their waste collection items out on their regular collection day. 

Huntsville - Locks Bridge Rehabilitation

Location: Muskoka Rd. 2 (Brunel Rd.), from Lockview Rd. to Brunel Locks
Construction period: Early June 2025 – Summer 2026
Winter shutdown: Full two-lane traffic restored during winter months

Project overview:
The Locks Bridge is undergoing critical rehabilitation to improve safety and extend its service life. Work includes:

Recoating and repairing structural steel truss components
Resurfacing the bridge deck and approach roads
Enhancing guardrails and roadside barriers
Installing new signage to improve vertical clearance awareness

What to expect:

Single-lane traffic in effect during construction, managed by automated traffic signals
Lockview Rd. access will be closed; detour available via North Mary Lake Rd.
Construction noise is expected, including some weekend work in accordance with local by-laws
Signage and advanced notice will be posted to help guide drivers safely

August 2025 update:

Asphalt removal is complete, allowing surface repairs to begin.
Concrete repairs are underway above and below the bridge, with the Ballast Wall next in line.
A suspended access platform has been installed beneath the deck to support upcoming structural steel repairs.
Crews are preparing to repair and replace damaged steel members currently in fabrication.
Enclosures are being set up for sandblasting, followed by application of a specialized protective coating to extend the life of this historic bridge.

2025 Fall school-year traffic considerations:

Traffic is currently reduced to a single centre lane.
Signals will be adjusted to ease congestion during school drop-off and pick-up times.
Minor delays are expected, but bus routes will remain operational.

Winter 2025 outlook:

Crews will continue paint coating work until it becomes too cold to apply.
As winter sets in, signals and barriers will be removed, restoring two-lane traffic.
New asphalt will be placed on the bridge deck before shutdown.
Work will pause during winter and resume in spring.

Thank you for your patience as we continue this important rehabilitation project to preserve and extend the life of the bridge for years to come.

Huntsville - Meadow Park Dr.

Location: Meadow Park Dr. and Scott St. to Rogers Cove Dr./Hwy.60.

Construction Period: Early October 2025, until mid-June 2026.

What's happening: Work will include the construction of a new 600mm diameter High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE) sanitary sewer forcemain by open-cut and Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD) methods, including supply and installation of air release valves and tracer wires, excavation, backfilling and compaction, dewatering, road restoration, rock blasting, leak testing and restorations

Key improvements include:

Improvement of local infrastructure to connect the new Mountview Sewage Pumping Station to the upgraded Golden Pheasant Wastewater Treatment Plant.

Investment in infrastructure supports growth and our affordable housing priorities while protecting the environment.

What to expect:

Single lane disruptions can be expected during construction.
Continuous access to residences and businesses will be maintained.
Advance notices and door-to-door communication will be distributed to affected residents and businesses prior to disruptions taking place.
Temporary access impacts to properties will be communicated in advance.

Huntsville - Muskoka Rd. 23

Location: Muskoka Rd. 23 (Canal Rd.)

Construction Period: Returning spring 2026

What's happening: Road resurfacing on Muskoka Rd. 23 from Deerhurst Highlands Dr. to East Brown Rd. Work includes:

Full depth pulverization of existing asphalt
Two lifts of hot-mix asphalt
Associated driveway and minor road intersection reinstatements

What to expect:

Single lane closure during working hours (7 a.m. – 7 p.m.)
All lanes will re-open at end of day
Minimal delays, expected 5 to 15 minute wait
No impacts to garbage collection

Huntsville - Scott St.

Location: Scott St. (King William St. to Meadow Park Dr.)

Construction period: (Updated January 2026) Reconstruction was scheduled to begin in September 2025, continuing through to mid-November 2025. However, due to unforeseen circumstances work has been rescheduled for spring 2026. Your patience and understanding are appreciated.

Project overview: This is a joint project with the District of Muskoka and Town of Huntsville to modernize aging underground infrastructure and address local drainage issues.

Key improvements include:

Replacement of the existing watermain from the 1960s with a new PVC pipe.
New water service connections to property lines.
Full road resurfacing and restoration of affected surfaces.

Road improvements by Town of Huntsville:

New sidewalks for pedestrian connectivity.
Curb and gutter for stormwater management.
New asphalt surface for improved accessibility.

What to expect:

Scott St. reduced to a single lane.
Continuous access to businesses will be maintained
Temporary closure of on-street parking near Shoppers Drug Mart.
Advance notices and door-to-door communication for affected residents.
Temporary access impacts to properties will be communicated in advance.
Drainage work scheduled during low water levels to minimize disruption.
Pedestrian detours via King William Street sidewalks.
Overnight water shutdowns to be completed between 10 p.m. and 5 a.m. to minimize disruption to businesses including Tim Hortons.

Construction zone map:
Scott St. construction map

Port Carling - Muskoka Rd. 118

Starting in early May 2025, important construction work on Muskoka Rd. 118 (MR 118) to enhance safety, accessibility, and overall community connectivity will begin.

What’s happening?

This multi-phase project includes:

New pedestrian signals at the MR 118 and Lock Street intersection
Bridge surface repairs on both the Port Carling and Indian River bridges
Sidewalk upgrades and repairs to improve accessibility for everyone

These improvements are part of the District’s commitment to keeping our communities safe, walkable, and well-connected.

IMPROVEMENTS UPDATE

Most of the construction work on the Port Carling Bridge and new pedestrian signal is complete.

Connecting the pedestrian signal, line painting and a final clean-up will happen the week of July 2, 2025.

Thank you for your patience while we complete work to make Port Carling safer and more accessible.

Stay updated with Municipal 511

The District of Muskoka uses Municipal 511 to keep residents updated on the status of our municipal roads with regards to full or partial road closure(s), which may be needed for:

Emergency Repairs
Planned improvements
Community events

The Municipal 511 map (below) is a comprehensive map-based road information management and communications web application operated by a third party, not the District of Muskoka.

To use the map:

Click anywhere on the map to move the map north/south or east/west.
Zoom in or out using the + and – icons on the right-hand side of the map.
Click on a construction icon to read details about work being done in that area.