Edmonton (Rajeev Sharma): Motorists travelling between Edmonton and Fort Saskatchewan may face delays over the next few days as a super-heavy, oversized load makes its way along a designated route, authorities said.
The massive shipment is scheduled to begin its journey from Dacro in Edmonton late Wednesday, August 12, before continuing towards its destination near Fort Saskatchewan. Because of its exceptional size and weight, the load will travel at a maximum speed of 30 km/h.
Guide vehicles will accompany the convoy throughout the movement. The load will operate below the posted speed limits and, where required, occupy the full width of the highway, including the shoulder, which is expected to affect normal traffic flow.
Overnight move through Edmonton
The first leg is scheduled to begin at 11 p.m. on August 12 from 9325 51 Avenue NW.
From there, the convoy will travel east along 51 Avenue NW before turning onto Roper Road NW. It will then head south on 75 Street NW and continue east on Whitemud Drive.
The load will subsequently enter Highway 216 southbound and Highway 14 eastbound, with portions of the journey operating in a counterflow configuration to accommodate the oversized shipment.
The convoy is expected to reach the staging area on the east side of Highway 21 at around 5 a.m. on August 13.
Journey resumes early August 14
No movement is scheduled for August 13.
The second stage is planned for 2 a.m. on August 14, when the load will resume its journey east on Highway 14 before turning north onto Highway 834.
It will then proceed west on Highway 15, followed by Range Road 220 northbound, before entering the final site. The shipment is expected to reach the destination around noon on August 14.
Drivers advised to plan ahead
Given the convoy’s low travel speed and the amount of roadway it will occupy, drivers along the route could encounter slower traffic and temporary delays.
Motorists travelling through the affected sections are advised to allow additional time, remain patient around the convoy and follow directions from guide vehicles and traffic-control personnel.
