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Northumberland County says they’re rolling out a full slate of infrastructure projects this summer aimed at boosting community growth, safety and connectivity.
According to the County, construction work now underway includes road rehabilitation, bridge replacements and affordable housing projects. Public Works Director Denise Marshall says the investments reflect a long-term strategy to improve essential services and support local development.
In Cobourg, the second phase of the Elgin Park affordable housing redevelopment is complete, delivering 20 new units. The project contributes to the County’s broader goal of creating 900 affordable units by 2029.
One of the most significant projects in the pipeline is the Trent River crossing in Campbellford. The County says the design is nearly finished, with construction on a second bridge expected to begin in 2026, pending approvals.
Other work includes the multi-year rebuild of County Road 64 in Brighton, intersection upgrades in Welcome, and the full replacement of the Burnley Bridge in Cramahe Township, originally built in 1950.
Preventive road maintenance is also a focus, with the County planning micro-surfacing, crack sealing and surface treatment on over 40 kilometres of roads. Additional efforts include culvert rehab south of Warkworth and repairs to the Baltimore retaining wall.
Marshall says these projects are key to ensuring long-term resilience and accessibility for the region.
Residents can follow live updates and interactive maps at Northumberland.ca/roads.
The County maintains more than 500 kilometres of roads and is committed to managing infrastructure proactively to support future growth and economic opportunity.
(Written by: Joseph Goden)
