Highway construction updates available online

VANCOUVER — The B.C. Trucking Association is warning carriers and drivers about a string of highway construction projects in the province over the next few weeks.

As of this week, there will be single-lane closures from 11 pm to 5 am for the Port Mann/Highway 1 Project between the First Avenue Interchange and the 208th Overpass.

Weekly updates on the Port Mann/Highway 1 Project schedule, can be found here. 

The Sea-to-Sky Construction Project is operating on its fall work schedule up until November 30, 2008. The current list is an overview of the maximum possible closures. 

Alternatively, highway users can telephone 1-877-4SAFE99 (1-877-472-3399) toll-free. Text message alerts about major or unscheduled events are also available

Meanwhile, clearing and grubbing is slated to begin late in October on Phase 3 of the Kicking Horse Pass Project, from the 10 Mile Hill commercial vehicle brake check to Yoho Park. Click here to visit the project website. Click here for updates.

Also, Drive BC provides continuous updates on highway conditions throughout the province.