Highway 97 at Cuisson Creek
Last updated on September 20, 2024
Open. Construction underway. Multiple landslides in 2021 created a risk of erosion, which could affect the use of Highway 97 if left unaddressed.
Construction Update – August 2024
Construction on the Highway 97 at Cuisson Creek Project began in early August and is expected to continue for approximately two months. The Project team will be working to widen the shoulder of the road, install approximately 350 meters of concrete roadside barriers and construct a new drainage ditch. The road will also be repaved by the Ministry to improve overall road safety.
During this work, the southbound lane on Highway 97 will be closed and the speed limit through the construction area will be reduced to 50 km/h. Two-way traffic will be maintained at all times, and no delays are expected.
Please drive with caution through the construction zone.
Location map
Highway 97 at Cuisson Creek is located approximately 46 km south of Quesnel.
Status
After a comprehensive and technically driven process that began in late 2020, we are proceeding with a plan to widen the shoulder of the road, install approximately 350 meters of concrete roadside barriers and construct a new drainage ditch. The road will also be repaved by the Ministry to improve overall road safety.
This decision follows the completion of extensive planning, detailed design work, and geotechnical investigation over the past three years that confirmed these works will help ensure safety for road users.
Traffic impacts
The road remains open while construction is underway. During this work, the southbound lane on Highway 97 will be closed and the speed limit through the construction area will be reduced to 50 km/h. Two-way traffic will be maintained at all times, and no delays are expected. For the latest information on road conditions, please visit DriveBC.
Timeline
Construction on the Highway 97 at Cuisson Creek Project began in early August and is expected to continue for approximately two months.
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Archive
Progress updates
April 2024
The Ministry announced plans to proceed with improvements to Highway 97 at Cuisson Creek. Upgrades will include the addition of shoulder protection and improved drainage.
February 2023
A geotechnical drilling program was carried out in the Highway 97 at Cuisson Creek Project area. Crews used a drill rig to create a test hole in the ground to collect soil and water samples.
March 2022
A program-wide engagement period was held to introduce the public to the projects, providing context and an overview of the background, process, and short-listed options being explored.
November 2021
An in-person drop-in session at Kersley Hall was held to provide updates on the Highway 97 at Cuisson Creek Project.
July 2021
Construction activities were completed, including fixing the cracked pavement and other surface damage to improve driving conditions.
April 2020
During the spring freshet, multiple historic landslides were reactivated along Highway 97 at Cuisson Creek. The crest of the erosion is approximately 10 metres from the highway shoulder.
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Notifications
April 2024
The Province is proceeding with improvements on Highway 97 at Cuisson Creek.
October 2023
As part of ongoing project planning, field surveys took place on Church Road and Highway 97.
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