Transportation and Transit
Motorists are now enjoying a safer, smoother, and straighter drive on Highway 3 following the completion of a $16-million realignment and widening project approximately 25 kilometres west of Princeton.
“The now-completed Highway 3 Saturday Creek project has improved the flow of traffic and goods, meeting our B.C. on the Move commitment to expand the capacity and reliability of our transportation network,” said Transportation and Infrastructure Minister Todd Stone. “The realigned and expanded section of highway is making the drive safer for all motorists, including local traffic, commercial trucks, and tourists visiting the region.”
The project saw 1.8 kilometres of highway widened from two to three lanes, making passing opportunities easier and safer. Crews also realigned this section of highway to straighten out curves and to improve driver sightlines.
Forestry road accesses have been relocated to a safer location with widened shoulders to allow for vehicle deceleration and acceleration. Other safety improvements include additional roadside barrier and rumble strips.
“This highway improvement project complements other recent capital improvements along Highway 3 in this region, making the drive safer and more enjoyable for all motorists,” said Fraser-Nicola MLA Jackie Tegart. “These upgrades contribute to our goal of enhancing year-round safe and efficient travel along the Crowsnest Highway.”
The contractor for this project was Hoban Construction Ltd. Work started in July 2014 and was completed this summer, ahead of schedule.
B.C. on the Move is government’s 10-year plan for the improvement of the province’s transportation network. Over the next three years, the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure will invest up to $2.7 billion to improve B.C.’s transportation network.
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