Single lane roundabouts have been operating successfully in the city since 2010. Roundabouts offer many benefits (PDF) over traditional signalized and stop controlled intersections.
Check out additional information on
- 5 Easy Rules for Multi-Lane Roundabouts (PDF),
- Roundabouts FAQs (PDF),
- Roundabout signage (PDF), and
- Other roundabout safety tips (PDF).
Victoria Circle Roundabout
- How to navigate the Victoria Circle Roundabout
- Navigating the Victoria Circle Roundabout from each approach (PDF)
- About the Victoria Circle Roundabout (JPG)
- May 2019 - Victoria Circle Roundabout Update (PDF)
The Victoria Circle Roundabout, a modern gateway to the downtown core, was a significant infrastructure renewal and road improvement project completed in November 2019, connecting the intersections of King Street, Brunswick Street, Point Sainte Anne Boulevard, and Smythe Street.
From an infrastructure perspective, the water main pipes from the nearby Bill Barrett Water Treatment Plant needed replacing. These pipes, which supply water to the south side of the city, were initially installed in the 1930s and 1950s.
As part of the renewal, several distribution pipes were combined into one in some areas of the intersection. Roughly 900 meters of old underground piping was eliminated and replaced with approximately 450 meters of new piping. The work reduced the need for long-term maintenance by freeing up water and sewer maintenance funds for other projects.
The new roundabout has improved motorist wait times during peak traffic hours, and pedestrians enjoy safer, shorter, and more convenient crossing distances.