Hot Mix Asphalt and Surface Treatment Preservation Program
Georgian Bluffs is investing $1.5 million in road improvements through the 2026 Surface Treatment Preservation Program.
The 2026 budget includes $171,450 to be funded from annual Ontario Community
Infrastructure Fund (OCIF) with the remaining $1,328,550 to be funded from the Roads Reserve. The single surface treatment program, if awarded, will leave approximately $1,045,500 remaining in the budget for the hot mix asphalt portion of the program.
Work is scheduled to begin in June of 2026, and is expected to be completed by the end of August, weather permitting. The contractor for this year’s work is Miller Paving Limited.
Surface treatment, sometimes called “tar and chip,” is a cost-effective way to maintain and extend the life of rural and low-volume roads. A layer of liquid asphalt is sprayed onto the road, followed by a layer of crushed stone. The materials are rolled and compacted to create a sealed, weather-resistant surface. As traffic moves over the road, the loose stone settles in further.
This process is often referred to as “single surface treatment” when applied once, or “double surface treatment” when applied twice for added durability.
What to Expect
During construction, you may notice:
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Loose gravel and increased dust
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Temporary lane closures or delays
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Rolling road closures with traffic control
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Construction vehicles and crews working between 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. on weekdays, with possible weekend work
Garbage and recycling will not be disrupted. Please place your items curbside by 7:00 a.m. on your collection day and clearly label your recycling bins with your address.
Access to your property will be maintained at all times.
Roads Scheduled for Surface Treatment in 2026
Surface Treatment Preservation
- Big Bay Sideroad from ~400 m South to Concession 21 with a total preservation
of approximately 23,100 m2; - Concession 7 Derby from Grey Road 5 to Sideroad 6 with a total preservation of
approximately 16,962 m2; - Concession 11 Derby from Sideroad 12 to Sideroad 9 with a total preservation of
approximately 16,962 m2; - West Street from 24th Street West to Grey Road 7B with a total preservation of
approximately 14,280 m2; - Presqu’ile Road from MacIntosh Drive to 320m east of Grey Road 1 with a total
preservation of approximately 19,285 m2
Hot Mix Asphalt
- Noble Street with a section of approximately 715 m2;
- 1st Street with a section of approximately 1510 m2;
- 2nd Street with a section of approximately 1540 m2;
- Allen Street from Cruickshank Street to Lake Street with a section of approximately 900 m2;
- Lake Street from Allen Street to Sir John's Crescent with a section of approximately 715 m2;
- Somers Street from 14th Street West to 16th Street West with a section of approximately 2960 m2;
- Finden Street from Dead-End to 19th Street West, 19th Street West to 20th Street West with a section of approximately 1250 m2
- Carney Street from 29th Street West to End with a section of approximately 400 m2;
- Carney Street to 16th Street West to 19th Street West with a section of approximately 2825 m2.
- Big Bay Sideroad- Grey Road 1 to ~385 m South PROVISIONAL
- Presqu'ile Road- MacIntosh Drive to Grey Road 1 PROVISIONAL
Road Construction Updates