Motorists in west Saskatoon are steering clear of a sinkhole big enough to swallow a small car.

The hole was caused by a water main break, at the intersection of Massey Drive and Confederation Drive.

It measures about 2.5 metres wide, 3.5 metres long and 1.5 metres deep.

City crews are on the scene today fixing the sinkhole. A spokesperson says they hope to have repairs finished today.