The Autoroute 15 expansion project in Quebec, Canada, has reached a significant milestone, with the Quebec government announcing a major upgrade to the highway to alleviate congestion and improve traffic flow. The project, which is expected to cost around $2.5 billion, aims to add an additional lane to the existing highway, increasing its capacity and reducing travel times.
The Autoroute 15 is one of the busiest highways in Quebec, with over 150,000 vehicles traveling on it every day. The expansion project will focus on a 15-kilometer stretch of the highway, from the A-440 interchange in Laval to the A-640 interchange in Terrebonne. The new lane will be built using a innovative method called “cut-and-cover,” which involves digging a trench and then covering it with a concrete slab. This method is expected to reduce construction time and minimize disruptions to traffic.
The Autoroute 15 expansion project is expected to be completed by 2028, with the new lane opening to traffic in phases. Once completed, the project is expected to reduce travel times by up to 30 minutes during peak hours, making it easier for commuters to get to work and school. The project is also expected to create over 10,000 jobs during the construction phase, boosting the local economy.