This project will result in 1 kilometre of new sewer pipes with a life expectancy of about 100 years.
Separating a sewer system
We are replacing aging combined sewer infrastructure along Oak Street, West 70th Avenue, and Fremlin Street with separated pipes.
The upgrade of the sewer system will:
- Accommodate population growth in the Cambie Corridor
- Effectively manage heavier rainfall expected with climate change
- Handle higher capacities of rainwater and sewage separately
- Help protect the water quality in the Fraser River
The project is primarily funded by developers through the Development Cost Levy, with additional funding from local development projects.
What's happeningJuly 2025: Upgrades are now complete
Expect occasional short-term lane closures and parking restrictions while crews complete minor restoration work in the area.
Details
Location
Sewer upgrades:
- Phase 1: Fremlin Street from SW Marine Drive to W 70th Avenue
- Phase 2: W 70th Avenue from Fremlin Street to Oak Street
- Phase 3: Oak Street from W 70th Avenue to W 64th Avenue
Duration
Timeline
Here are our planned next steps:
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September 2023
Daytime construction on Fremlin St starts
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February 2024
Daytime construction on W 70th Ave starts
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Summer 2024
Nighttime construction on Oak St starts
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Winter 2024/2025
Sewer construction is complete
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Summer 2025
Final street restoration is complete
Contact us
Do Nguyen
Community liaision
604-673-8458
Email: oakstreetupgrades@vancouver.ca