Durham Works

Use our online tool for details on road construction projects in Durham

Our searchable Projects and Studies tool provides current information about road construction projects taking place in Durham Region. With this tool, you can find details on specific Regional public works projects that are planned or currently underway.

To protect the safety of workers, other drivers, pedestrians and cyclists, all drivers are reminded to slow down and proceed with caution through construction zones or areas where workers are present.

Check out our Projects and Studies tool at

Heading out? Use our Traffic Watch Map to plan your route

Get up-to-date information on current traffic situations, construction detours and road closures with our Traffic Watch Map. Select the camera icon to see a snapshot image, updated regularly, from intersections throughout Durham Region.

All drivers are reminded to drive safely and leave plenty of time to get to their destination as they travel throughout Durham Region.

Visit the Traffic Watch Map at durham.ca/TrafficWatch.

To learn more about how we are making Durham roads safer visit durham...

Did you know about the DYEC?

The Durham York Energy Centre (DYEC) recovers energy from garbage after we rethink, reduce, reuse, and recycle.

The Durham York Energy Centre (DYEC) processes 140,000 tonnes of residential waste annually. It generates enough electricity to power over 10,000 homes, offsetting the use of other fuels for energy production and contributing to reducing greenhouse gas emissions versus disposing materials at landfills across the province. At the same time, the equivalent of 36 million aluminum cans and...

Our checklist can help you be prepared for winter driving

Driving conditions in winter can be challenging. Ensure you are ready for driving in the winter by:

• Installing winter-rated tires, which can help improve safety and increase traction on slippery, snow-covered or icy roads.
• Having an emergency kit in the trunk of your vehicle with items such as blankets, a shovel, a flashlight, a flare, food and a first-aid kit.
• Using a windshield-washer fluid rated for -40°C or lower.
• Checking the weather forecasts and driving conditions before going out on the...

Beaver River Bridge opens to traffic

The Beaver River Bridge is now open. The Regional Municipality of Durham has temporarily replaced the Beaver River Bridge while a permanent replacement is designed and constructed.

The Beaver River Bridge connects Regional Road 15 over the Beaver River, in the Township of Brock. The bridge was closed in November 2023. This temporary bridge has the capacity to support full traffic loads. The structure has been placed with the plan to construct the north portion of the permanent bridge while...