For the fourth consecutive year, Hamilton, Ontario, has the worst road in the province, with Aberdeen Avenue topping the Canadian Automobile Association's (CAA) annual "Worst Roads" list for 2025, and Barton Street E. coming in second. The city's director of transportation, Carolyn Ryall, acknowledges public concerns and highlights the city's ongoing efforts, including a $190 million investment in the transportation network for 2025 and filling 70,000-90,000 potholes annually. CAA emphasizes the impact of potholes and poor maintenance, exacerbated by the polarizing climate, and advocates for continued infrastructure investment.
Hamilton has top 2 worst roads in Ontario, according to annual CAA campaign
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TL;DR: Key points with love ❤️For the fourth consecutive year, Hamilton, Ontario, has the worst road in the province, with Aberdeen Avenue topping the Canadian Automobile Association's (CAA) annual "Worst Roads" list for 2025, and Barton Street E. coming in second. The city's director of transportation, Carolyn Ryall, acknowledges public concerns and highlights the city's ongoing efforts, including a $190 million investment in the transportation network for 2025 and filling 70,000-90,000 potholes annually. CAA emphasizes the impact of potholes and poor maintenance, exacerbated by the polarizing climate, and advocates for continued infrastructure investment.
- 1 At least 2003: CAA's worst roads list campaign begins.
- 2 2017, 2018: Burlington Street E. (Hamilton) held #1 worst road.
- 3 2022, 2023: Barton Street E. (Hamilton) held #1 worst road.
- 4 2024: Aberdeen Avenue (Hamilton) held #1 worst road.
- 5 2025: Hamilton invests $190 million in transportation network.
- 6 Thursday (June 5, 2025): CAA news release announces 2025 worst roads list.
- Public frustration with road conditions.
- Increased investment by the City of Hamilton in road maintenance and infrastructure.
- Ongoing advocacy by CAA for better roads.
- Potential for long-term reconstruction projects causing disruptions.
What: Hamilton has the top two worst roads in Ontario (Aberdeen Avenue and Barton Street E.) according to the CAA's 2025 "Worst Roads" campaign.
When: 2025 campaign results released Thursday (June 5, 2025). The campaign has been running since at least 2003. Aberdeen Avenue was worst in 2024, Barton Street E. in 2023 and 2022. Burlington Street E. in 2017 and 2018.
Where: Hamilton, Ontario, Canada. Specific roads: Aberdeen Avenue, Barton Street E., Burlington Street E., Longwood Road S., Locke Street S., Queen Street S., Gave Avenue N., Ottawa Street N., Dundurn Street S., Studholme Road, Parkdale Avenue N., Talbot Street, Ferguson Avenue N. Also mentions Niagara region.
Why: Potholes (84% of respondents), poor road maintenance (77%), and congestion (15%) are the primary reasons cited by participants. Polarizing climate (freeze/thaw cycles) contributes to pothole formation.
How: CAA conducts an annual campaign asking participants to nominate roads. They work with the Residential and Civil Construction Alliance of Ontario to investigate and advocate for solutions. Hamilton is investing $190 million in its transportation network in 2025, including a $5 million increase in the resurfacing fund, and plans full reconstruction for Aberdeen Avenue.