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Road closures after heavy rain in Peace Region over weekend

Jun 16, 2020 | 2:09 PM

FORT St.JOHN—The Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure is reminding Driver’s that heavy rainfall in the Peace Region has caused road closures.

The Heavy rain began on Friday night and continued over the weekend and into Monday morning, causing localized flooding throughout the Peace Region.

Driver’s are encouraged to check DriveBC’s website before hitting the road.

Current Hwy. and Rd. Closures Include:

  • Hwy.29 North, between Hudson Hope and Fort St. John. Single lane, alternating traffic. There is a washout between Bodeker Street and Tompkins Frontage Road. Crews are on site for repairs
  • Highway 97 North (south Taylor Hill): Single lane, alternating traffic. A sinkhole has developed at the south end of South Taylor Hill due to a damaged culvert. Crews are on site for repairs.
  • Highway 52 North (north of Tumbler Ridge): Single lane, alternating traffic. There is erosion south of Brassey Creek Road. The site is being assessed by ministry technical staff and the maintenance contractor.
  • Sweetwater Road (north of Dawson Creek): Washout between 239 Miller Rd. (west) and 235A Hanson Rd. The road is closed and alternative routes are available. The site is being assessed by ministry technical staff and the maintenance contractor.