PSA: Detour on Topsail Road for a Watermain Connection - August 22 and 23, 2026

August 20, 2026 - Paradise NL: The Town of Paradise advises residents that a detour will be in place for a section of Topsail Road beginning at 6:00 a.m. on Saturday, August 22 and continuing through Sunday, August 23 until 9 p.m.  to accommodate an excavation required for a watermain connection in the commercial section of Topsail Road by Octagon Pond.

During this work, westbound traffic will be detoured through Clearview Heights, Mallow Drive, Lanark Drive, Glendarek Drive and back to Topsail Road. While eastbound traffic will be detoured through Tilting Place, Paddy Kay Drive and Clearview Heights before returning to Topsail Road at the McNamara Drive roundabout. Please see the attached map. Access to the businesses in Paradise Plaza will be maintained via McNamara Drive. The new Tim Hortons at 1655 Topsail Road will be accessible from the west end.

Drivers are asked to follow all posted signage and directions from traffic control personnel while travelling through the area.

Water service may also be temporarily affected for residential properties on Topsail Road between Tilting Place and Clearview Heights. Residents in the affected area will be notified directly. Once water service is restored, residents are reminded to run their taps for a few minutes to flush the water lines.

The Town apologizes for any inconvenience caused by this work and thanks residents and motorists for their patience and cooperation.