FORT ST.JOHN - A road-work project to improve the safety and access to Site C near Fort St. John is going to tender.

Upgrades to three roads, located about two kilometres south of Fort St. John, will be done in partnership with BC Hydro.

The project will include:

• Upgrade and pave 1.6 kilometres of 240 Road.
• Upgrade and pave 900 meters of 269 Road.
• Widen, pave and partially realign 5.6 kilometres of Old Fort Road.
• Install street lights at various intersections along Old Fort Road and 240 Road.

The road work and paving will result in a smoother riding surface, a higher level of safety and improve dust control. Wider shoulders will make the roads safer for drivers, cyclists and pedestrians. Street lights will enhance safety through improved visibility.

This will be the first contract that the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure is tendering in association with BC Hydro as part of the Site C project. This call for tenders is being posted on BC Bid.

Work is expected to start this summer and be completed in September 2016.

Learn More:

Follow the work of the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure online at: www.tranbc.ca

Follow progress of the Site C project at: https://www.sitecproject.com/

Media Contacts:

Media Relations
Government Communications and Public Engagement
Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure
250 356-8241