Goderich St. W in Seaforth reopens as Phase Two of Highway 8 Connecting Link Project wraps up

The Municipality of Huron East is pleased to announce that Phase Two of the Highway 8 Connecting Link Reconstruction Project is now complete, and Goderich St. W in Seaforth is officially open to traffic on Friday, August 21. Please be patient over the next few days while detour signage is disassembled.  

This milestone marks the completion of the second stage of a three-phase project spanning from 2025 to 2027, aimed at improving critical infrastructure along Highway 8 through Seaforth. Phase Two focused on reconstructing Goderich St. W from Sparling St. to Main St.

Phase One wrapped up in December 2025 and took place on Goderich St. W in Seaforth from Harpurhey Rd. to Sparling St.

The municipality partnered with B.M. Ross and Associates Ltd. and Omega Contractors Inc. to deliver significant upgrades, including:

• Installation of new watermains and services to individual properties
• Replacement of aging sanitary sewers and structures
• Minor storm sewer repairs
• Replacement of existing streetlight poles and luminaires
• Construction of a new road base, asphalt surface, curbing, and sidewalks

“Completing Phase Two is an important step toward modernizing our infrastructure,” says Shawn Bromley, Director of Public Works. “These improvements will enhance safety, reliability, and the overall experience for residents and visitors alike.”

Stop and traffic control signage measures that were implemented to assist with Connecting Link construction and traffic flow will be assessed to determine whether these measures need to stay in place or can be repealed (i.e. stop signs, speed reductions, no trucks). Updates will be provided once available.

The final stage of the project, Phase Three, is expected to begin in summer 2027 and will include surface course paving.

Residents and businesses are encouraged to stay informed about upcoming construction dates and project updates by following Huron East on Facebook, Instagram, or by subscribing to the Huron Asks Residents (H.E.A.R) page at www.huroneast.com/connectinglink.

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Contact:
Shawn Bromley, Director of Public Works
dpw@huroneast.com | 519-527-0160 ext. 32

For media inquiries:
Stacey Frayne, Deputy Clerk/Communications Coordinator
communications@huroneast.com | 519-527-0160 ext. 29