Bastin Road at Bastin Hill

Last updated on March 20, 2024

Aerial photo of Bastin Road at Bastin Hill – May 2021 

Open but reduced to single-lane trafficA 2021 landslide on Bastin Road at Bastin Hill remains active, causing issues with drainage and slope stability.

Location and Preliminary Options Map

Bastin Hill is located approximately 24 km southeast of Quesnel

Bastin Hill is located approximately 24 km southeast of Quesnel.


Status

Bastin Road is open at the slide area and is safe for travel but is reduced to single lane traffic. Long-term restoration options are currently being explored to determine a safe and climate resilient solution, including stabilization, grading and drainage works.

Work includes:

  • Options development, which includes investigations on soil and water
  • Environmental reviews and on-site inspections
  • Interim drainage and slope improvements

Traffic impacts

Notification of project-related fieldwork or construction is posted on this page in advance. For the latest information on road conditions, please visit DriveBC.

Timeline

We will have more information on timelines when our technical work is complete.

Public engagement

You can share your feedback with the project manager. Use the subscribe feature to be informed of opportunities for public engagement and updates to this page. 

Archive

 

Progress Updates

August 2023
Road resurfacing work was completed from Gravelle Ferry Bridge to the intersection of Bastin Road and McKinnon Road.

January 2022
Construction work, including drainage improvements, slope repair and stabilization and debris removal was completed in January 2022.

March 2022
An online engagement period was held to introduce the Cariboo Road Recovery Projects to the public and gather feedback.

November 2021
An in-person drop-in session at Kersley Hall was held to provide updates on the Bastin Road at Bastin Hill Project.

September 2021
Bastin Road was reopened to single-lane alternating traffic with a reduced speed limit.

Spring 2021
A landslide in 2021 affected Bastin Road, causing issues with drainage and slope stability. In the interest of public safety, the road was closed.

 

Notifications

Project Update - July 2023
Road resurfacing work is underway from Gravelle Ferry Bridge to the intersection of Bastin Road and 2700 Forest Service Road. This work is expected to continue through mid-July 2023. Drivers can expect increased activity in the area and are asked to use caution while travelling through the project site. Additional information on upcoming and current works can be found in this project update.

 

 

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Contact information

For more information contact:

Paul Rae
Senior Advisor 

Alex Badea
Project Manager

Media Inquiries Phone
250-356-8241