It’s common for Prince Georgians to travel west of the city during the summer months in search of regional getaway.
Now, thanks to the B.C. government, roads near Vanderhoof are set to be smoother with Highway 16 getting a new sealcoat that stretches 19 km west of the district.
The province is investing $1.2 million for the project, which is only expected to take a week to complete, using material that’s skid-resistant and anti-glaring during wetter weather.
“Sealcoating is a common type of road resurfacing done on B.C. highways, involving the application of a special mixture to the road that protects the road base from additional wear and tear,” reads a B.C. release this morning (July 16) while also acknowledging Highway 16 as a critical corridor for the northern region.
“When it is applied over existing pavement, sealcoating is a cost-effective way of resurfacing that extends the life of a road by sealing out moisture.”
O.K. Industries, the company in charge of the project, will start operations at Engen, near Canfor’s Plateau mill, and will work it’s way east along the highway to Vanderhoof
Traffic is expected to be reduced to single-lane alternating and commuters are being asked to obey speed limits and construction personnel’s directions.
WorkSafeBC will also be on site to ensure COVID-19 measures are met and worker and public safety.
B.C. government invests $1.2 million for Highway 16 resurfacing project between Engen and Vanderhoof. (via Google Maps)
