Cul-de-sacs Planned for New Dead Ends Upon Approval

Editor’s Note: This article was originally published on Milton Today, Dec. 28.

The Town of Milton is moving forward with plans to remove a bridge along Peru Road, with a decision set to be made before council in the spring of 2025.

Diana Jiona, the town’s director of infrastructure, explained that the bridge removal—located 800 meters north of Steeles Avenue—was recommended by Conservation Halton. As part of the Sherwood Secondary Plan, a policy document governing local development, the removal was flagged as necessary during the planning process. Studies, including those on sub-watersheds and fisheries, further confirmed this need.

“The bridge’s removal will contribute to enhancing the area’s natural heritage, a goal highlighted in the sub-watershed study,” Jiona said. “Afterward, cul-de-sacs will be created to ensure that residents can still access services, including emergency vehicles.”

The bridge spans a creek that flows into Kelso Lake, about three kilometers to the east, in a predominantly rural section of Peru Road north of Steeles Avenue.

Currently in the planning stages, the project is assessing environmental factors such as topography, ecological impacts, and legal requirements. The new cul-de-sacs are designed to accommodate both trucks and emergency vehicles, with the north side intended for WB-20 trucks, which measure 22.7 meters in length. The south side will provide space for emergency and maintenance vehicles.

For more details on the bridge removal and cul-de-sac plans, visit Let’s Talk Milton.