Utility & Tunnel Renewal (Alumni/Thompson)

close up and cross section of two insulated pipes

icon of wrench and gearRenewal of
utility infrastructure

icon of building levesPreparation for
future development

icon of squares of redundant operationImproved resilience
and reliability

Revitalizating for the future

The underground services and conduit tunnel below the Alumni/Thompson Parking Lot require repairs and upgrades to support current and future development in the area.

The tunnel consists of underground utility conduits and associated linear infrastructure, including steam and condensate lines, chilled water piping, domestic water services, sanitary drainage, high-voltage electrical distribution, and information technology cabling. The proposed new infrastructure will extend beneath the Thompson Parking Lot and loading dock areas within the Engineering precinct.

This project will deliver a new service tunnel while revitalizing critical underground infrastructure and establishing a resilient backbone to support future campus development.

Service interruptions can be searched using the link below with keywords: "Loop #4"

https://uwo.ca/fm/uwosi.html

2026 Renewal Projects

Each year, Facilities Management identifies opportunities to improve infrastructure and enhance campus safety. This project is one of hundreds of renewal initiatives our team is coordinating this year.


Loop 4 Revitalization Location
The work is below grade but will impact surface activities in the Alumni/Thompson Parking Lot and nearby sidewalks between the Spencer Engineering Building and the Student Recreation Centre

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