Ravenscliffe Road to temporarily close starting the week of Monday, March 2 for culvert replacement
The District of Muskoka is replacing the Bittern Creek culvert with a new structure. To ensure this work is completed safely and ahead of the spring thaw, construction and a full road closure on Ravenscliffe Road (also known as Muskoka Road 2), near Old Novar Road, are scheduled to take place starting the week of March 2. Work is anticipated to be completed in April 2026.
What Happened
The Bittern Creek culvert is a large structure located on Ravenscliffe Road, 4.5 kilometres from the north end limit, in the Town of Huntsville. The culvert is a crossing for a large stream that flows into the Muskoka River watershed.
In late 2025, staff observed a depression in the road surface at this location which prompted a short-term repair and thorough investigation. This work revealed a large section of the existing culvert had corroded and required replacement.
What the Community Needs to Know
- Detours: The District recognizes this construction and full road closure will be disruptive and add travel time for residents and motorists. Thank you in advance for your patience as the District works to keep our roads safe. Detour signs will be installed along the route and detour route maps are available. Municipal511 has also been updated with detour and road closure information, helping to keep Google Maps and Waze current.
- Scheduling: Contractors will work to reopen the road as soon as possible, however as with all road construction projects, delays may be caused by unforeseen circumstances. Should this occur, the District will provide advance notice where possible.
- We’re listening: If you have inquiries or questions about the work taking place, please email Lisa Kean, Manager of Infrastructure Engineering, at publicworks@muskoka.on.ca.
- Updates: The District is committed to keeping the community informed throughout construction. To stay informed, visit www.muskoka.on.ca/roads.
