Construction updates

Progress update

The Alberta Transportation Hwy 1A/22 interchange project continues to take shape, with a dual left-turn lane from Sunset Blvd. onto southbound Hwy 22 opening today, along with a new pedestrian pathway connecting downtown Cochrane to the Cochrane Ranche.

Here are a few additional project updates and what to expect moving forward:
• All traffic is now operating on permanent roads and interchange ramps
• Some limited lane closures and reduced speed limits remain in place to support final construction activities
• Street lighting installation will continue into January. Once complete, permanent streetlights will provide continuous lighting along Hwy 1A from downtown Cochrane through the interchange. Lighting on Hwy 22 will be provided at the entrance and exit ramps, as well as at the Sunset Blvd intersection
• Final top-lift paving and landscaping are scheduled to be completed in 2026

We’d like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the Cochrane community for your patience, flexibility and willingness to “go with the flow” throughout construction. This milestone would not have been possible without your cooperation, or the countless hours of work by construction crews who pushed through challenging weather to keep the project moving forward.

We also appreciate everyone who followed along, shared updates and helped spread the word throughout construction. Your engagement played an important role in keeping the community informed.

This interchange represents a significant improvement to how people move through Cochrane, creating a safer and more efficient transportation network.

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Construction is underway for James Walker Trail – Stage 3. Most of the construction will take place in greenfield areas and is not expected to impact nearby roadways or local residences.

Important traffic update for gravel hauling
With construction starting, as of May 1, there will be no access to the Heidelberg gravel pit via James Walker Trail at Highway 22. Gravel hauling trucks will instead be rerouted to travel along Griffin Road.

• Please Note: Gravel trucks are not permitted to use River Heights Drive. Enforcement will be in place and violators will be ticketed.
• Expect Slight Traffic Increases on Griffin Road
  As a result of this change, there may be a modest increase in truck traffic on Griffin Road. We understand the importance of maintaining safe and efficient traffic flow and are actively planning for the future.

Planning for the future: Griffin Road functional study
A Griffin Road functional study is currently underway. This study will help determine future right-of-way needs and evaluate opportunities to upgrade Griffin Road to four lanes from Riverside Place to Griffin Industrial Point, with the goal of also including bike lanes and multi-modal transportation options.

Thanks for your patience as we get this work underway. We're focused on building infrastructure that meets today’s needs and supports Cochrane’s future growth.

Temporary closure of the north crosswalk

Following a traffic safety review of the Hwy 22 and Glenbow Dr/Quigley Dr intersection it has been recommended that the north-side crosswalk be closed to pedestrians for the duration of the construction.  The closure is scheduled for April 14, 2025. 

In addition to the closure, the signal timing for the south-side cross walk will be changed to improve pedestrian safety.

Please obey signage. 

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Glenpatrick Drive Infrastructure Replacement project

Kicking off in spring 2025, this major project will replace aging water, sewer and storm systems, improve road infrastructure and enhance community connectivity.

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