WINNIPEG, MB, May 22, 2024
/CNW/ - The nominations have been tallied, and the 2024 CAA
Worst Road is 18th Street in Brandon. 18th Street's issues with potholes
and severe alligator cracking in the pavement have led to this
dubious distinction. The road first appeared on the top 10 list in
2022 and has steadily climbed its way to the top.
The second and third place spots are also taken by repeat
offenders on the top 10 list—Leila Avenue in Winnipeg and Provincial Road 307 in
Whiteshell. According to the voter
insights, Leila Avenue's unavoidable potholes have damaged many
vehicles, costing local drivers thousands of dollars in repairs.
Voters also expressed concern over Provincial Road 307 regarding
poor pedestrian infrastructure and road maintenance.
"The 2024 CAA Worst Roads campaign provides a valuable snapshot
of the roads that the public perceives as pain points," says
Ewald Friesen, manager of government
and community relations for CAA Manitoba, "For 13 years, this
campaign has served as a powerful advocacy tool, initiating
dialogue with decision-makers and driving positive change for safer
roads across the province."
CAA's most recent survey data shows that while 78 per cent of
Manitobans do not appreciate road maintenance efforts, however, 88
per cent are willing to put up with the inconvenience of
construction if that means they get a good road at the end of the
repairs.
The campaign received 486 road nominations from thousands of
local voters across 71 municipalities.
"Manitobans' frustration about the state of our roads is clear,"
says Friesen. "We know they voice their concerns to neighbours,
friends, or mechanics, this campaign helps bring awareness to
decision-makers, providing valuable insights on our preferences for
how to prioritize road repair and maintenance."
Half of the roads on the top 10 list have debuted this year.
These include Highway 26, Pandora Avenue, Richmond Avenue, Grant
Avenue, and Munroe Avenue, which are tied for ninth place.
Manitoba's Top 10 Worst
Roads for 2024
- 18th Street, Brandon
- Leila Avenue, Winnipeg
- Provincial Road 307, Whiteshell
- Kenaston Boulevard, Winnipeg
- Provincial Highway 26, Saint François Xavier
- Empress Street, Winnipeg
- Pandora Avenue, Winnipeg
- Saskatchewan Avenue, Winnipeg
- Grant Avenue and Munroe Avenue, Winnipeg
- Inkster Boulevard, Winnipeg and Richmond Avenue,
Brandon
"Municipalities are responsible for thousands of kilometres of
roads across the province. Roads, sidewalks, and bike paths are
only some of the things that municipal governments fund with
limited revenue sources," adds Friesen. 'It's important for
communities to share their view on what and where investments
should be made. CAA Worst Roads is a forum to do that."
For more information and historical results, please
visit: https://www.caamanitoba.com/advocacy/government-relations/worst-roads
About CAA Manitoba
CAA Manitoba is a trusted Member-based organization that provides
products and services that are essential to Members' safety and
peace of mind. With more than 210,000 Members in the province, CAA
Manitoba advocates on issues such as road safety and
infrastructure, the environment, seniors' mobility, and consumer
protection. From legendary 24-hour emergency roadside assistance to
expert automotive, travel and insurance services, a CAA Manitoba
membership offers a great range of savings, rewards, and benefits.
For more information, visit caamanitoba.com.
SOURCE CAA Manitoba