Vernon road reopens after irrigation project

Mar 17, 2024 | 2:15 PM

It is now easier — and quicker — for residents in the Predator Ridge area to get to and from Vernon.

The City of Vernon re-opened Commonage Road to through traffic as of noon Sunday, March 17.

However, motorists are advised of a traffic pattern change for a portion of Commonage Road in the 500 Block, adjacent to Roses Pond:

Single lane alternating traffic during the day, while construction continues, and;
Two-way traffic during the evenings.

The city said some delays should be expected for motorists in the area but every effort will be made to minimize disruptions. For the safety of workers and public, drivers are asked to slow down and obey traffic control personnel and signage in the area.

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Commonage Road had been closed adjacent to Rose’s Pond since March 11.

“The recent full closure of Commonage Road was required to allow crews to connect the newly installed spray irrigation pipe to an existing pipe. It is anticipated that the spray irrigation system will be back in service within the next few weeks, while overall project construction wrapping up in mid-April,” a city news release stated.

by Pete McIntyre

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