The expansion of Deerfoot Trail as well as the new connection of Beddington Trail and the adjacent 11 Street NE is now complete, the provincial government announced today. The completed roadwork will "relieve many headaches for drivers" by diverting considerable commuter, industrial and airport traffic between McKnight Boulevard and Beddington Trail to the new connection that "will increase safety and reduce weaving northbound on Deerfoot Trail."
The Province said the improvements will also address key bottlenecks between Glenmore Trail and Anderson Road/Bow Bottom Trail, helping people get where they need to go more efficiently.
“It’s great to see provincial construction wrap up on this critical road for Calgary drivers," Minister of Transportation Devin Dreeshen said in a statement. "I’d like to thank the contractors for building a wider, more efficient Deerfoot and also thank Calgarians for their patience during construction. This project will benefit so many families that commute everyday and is another example of how we're making life better for Albertans.”
Work on the section of Deerfoot Trail began in spring 2023 and includes connecting 11 Street NE to westbound Beddington Trail and northbound Deerfoot Trail. Upgrades also included adding a fourth continuous lane to Deerfoot Trail in each direction from Airport Trail to Beddington Trail.
The suite of Deerfoot Trail improvements began in 2022 with work on 64 Avenue, which was competed in 2023. The government said the Beddington Trail and 11 Street project is the second key segment to be completed. The totality of work on Deerfoot Trail includes increased capacity on ramps, additional lanes, reconfiguring exits and intersections and twinning a bridge.
According to the Province, improvements to Deerfoot Trail are being completed in distinct projects, prioritizing the most congested areas. It is estimated that the remaining Deerfoot Trail improvements will be complete by fall 2027.
"This important work will enhance safety and save time for drivers," the Province stated.