Infrastructure
Road Closures: Highway 17 Keating Overpass
The Highway 17 Keating Cross Road Overpass project aims to eliminate the dangerous left turn across the busy highway. Now at its halfway point, steel bridge girders are set to be installed across the highway in the coming weeks which will require overnight closures of Highway 17 in both directions:
Road Closures: Sprott Street, Douglas Road and Canada Way
The intersection of Sprott Street and Douglas Road/Canada Way is closed until the end of July to replace the water main in the area. Sprott Street is closed between Canada Way and Norland Avenue, and Douglas Road is closed from Woodsworth Street to Canada Way. Drivers are advised to use alternate approved truck routes, such as Canada Way or Kensington Avenue.
Bradner Rest Stop Temporary Closure
As part of the Fraser Valley Highway 1 Corridor Improvement Program, specifically the Highway 1 - 216th to 264th Widening project, the Bradner Rest Area will be closed during construction beginning July 26, 2024.
Truck Route Reminder in Downtown Kamloops
Recently, trucks attempting to make a right-hand turn onto Lansdowne Street from 3rd Avenue southbound in downtown Kamloops have encountered difficulties due to ongoing construction.
As a reminder, large and heavy trucks, including composite and triple axel trucks, should avoid the downtown core unless making deliveries within the area.
Kicking Horse Canyon Highway 1 July Traffic Notice
The Kicking Horse Canyon will continue to have intermittent stoppages (up to 2 minutes) and full closures (up to 2 hours) on the Trans-Canada Highway through the month of July. Highway 1 will remain reduced to 2 lanes of traffic through the Canyon for the duration of the planned work.
Drivers are also reminded that the speed limit on this section of the Trans-Canada Highway is reduced to 50 km/h until the work is completed.
Phase Two of Cottonwood Hill Project Underway
Changing weather patterns have severely impacted the Cariboo region in recent years, causing numerous landslides and road washouts in 2020 and 2021. The Cariboo Road Recovery Projects are underway to restore access where possible, benefiting the tens of thousands of people who rely on these roads and highways.
Major Blasting Complete on Highway 97 North of Summerland
July 8, 2024
The major blasting operation to remove unstable material above Highway 97 north of Summerland is now finished. Drivers will encounter fewer prolonged closures of more than 20 minutes, improving travel along the corridor.
New Commercial Vehicle Inspection Station Opens on Highway 16
June 24, 2024
Highway 16 in northwestern BC has become safer for all drivers with the opening of a new commercial vehicle inspection station, located just east of Terrace.
This station utilizes advanced transportation technology to streamline the inspection process for commercial vehicles, helping drivers save time, fuel, and money. It also offers a rest area for drivers, particularly those on long-haul routes.
Traffic Pattern Changes on Hwy 1 for Construction Between 216th & 264th Streets
June 24, 2024
With improvements underway on Highway 1 between 216th and 264th streets, drivers should be prepared for changes in traffic patterns due to construction activities.
Starting Monday, June 24, 2024, the fast lane on Highway 1 in each direction between 216th Street and 256th Street will be closed overnight.
The eastbound fast lane will be closed: