Projects in Oak Bay cover a wide range of work, from physical buildings to roads and sewers.
Projects range in scale from large capital projects to improve our infrastructure lasting months, or longer, to smaller scale projects that take days. Find details on upcoming projects below.
Capital Works Plan
The Engineering and Public Works Department prepares an Annual Capital Works Plan on major infrastructure upgrades and Council-priority initiatives.
Capital Projects
Florence Street
Utility Upgrades
Estevan Ave.
Storm Sewer and Outfall Replacement
McNeill Ave.
Traffic Calming and Utility Replacement
Uplands
Combined Sewer Separation
Topp Ave.
Capital Works
Public Works and Maintenance
| Start | End (anticipated) | Location | Work being done | Traffic Impacts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8/8/2025 | 8/23/2025 | Beach Drive, Windsor Road, Newport Ave and Currie Road. | Instituform Technologies, on behalf of the CRD, will be performing sewer rehabilitation work at various locations. Expect single lane alternating traffic at various locations. More information on exact closures will be available on our Construction Notices page. |
Water Main Flushing
Water main flushing cleans water distribution pipes and reservoirs of sediments that build up over time. Water main flushing provides the following system benefits:
- Improved water quality.
- Improved system hydraulic capacity.
- Improved system operation by identifying weak or problem areas.
- Improved/restored chlorine residual.
- Increased life of system components; including, pressure reducing valves, line valves, pumps, etc.
How does flushing affect me?
During the flushing process, you may experience low pressure and discoloured water. Any discolouration is temporary and is not a health hazard. If you experience discoloured water, please run the cold water tap in your bathtub or laundry tub to avoid clogging screens in faucets.
If you have any questions, contact Public Works at 250-598-4501