Bastin Road at Bastin Hill
Last updated on May 21, 2026
Open to single-lane traffic. Construction underway to restore the road to two lanes for long-term safety and reliability.
Location map
Bastin Hill is located approximately 24 km southeast of Quesnel.
Status
Following extensive planning, detailed design work, geotechnical investigations, and options analysis across multiple project disciplines, construction is underway to restore Bastin Road/Nyland Lake Road at Bastin Hill to a safe, resilient two-lane road.
The project will ensure long-term safety and reliability for road users.
Traffic impacts
During construction, traffic management will be in place to keep people moving safely. This will include single-lane alternating traffic with delays of up to 20 minutes. Traffic control will be planned to support flow during peak periods.
Notification of on-site activities will be posted on this page in advance. For the latest information on road conditions, please visit DriveBC.
Scope
Project construction is underway and is expected to be completed in November 2026.
The project scope includes:
- Flattening uphill slopes to reduce landslide risks
- Adding a rock blanket for slope stability
- Constructing a protective ditch to manage drainage and erosion
- Realigning the road away from the Quesnel River
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Archive
Progress updates
May 2026
Project construction is underway and is expected to be completed November 2026.
March 2026
Rock hauling to support slope stability improvements was completed.
January 2026
A contract was awarded to Peterson Contracting Ltd. to deliver the project scope.
May 2025
Clearing and brushing work was completed in the project area.
April 2025
The Ministry announced plans to fully restore Bastin Road at Bastin Hill to a safe, resilient two-lane road. The project includes slope grading, drainage improvements, road realignment, and erosion protection.
December 2024
Clearing work was completed for utility pole relocation and access to Bastin Pit.
June 2024
Geotechnical investigations were completed as part of the exploratory process, allowing for further reconnaissance as long-term solutions are developed.
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.
News
Road Projects Improve Safety, Reliability in the Cariboo - April 30, 2025
BC’s Historic Landslides - What They Are and How We Manage Them - May 3, 2022
Notifications
January 2026
Rock hauling is currently underway on French Road, Hydraulic Road and Bastin Road/Nyland Lake Road to support slope stability improvements.
May 2025
Crews will be conducting clearing and brushing in the Bastin Road at Bastin Hill Project area until mid-May. Minor traffic impacts are expected during equipment mobilization and log removal. Please drive with caution near crews and equipment.
January 2025
The week of January 27, crews will be onsite at various locations within the project area to gather monitoring information as part of ongoing project planning. Crew members will be wearing vests, and drivers are asked to use caution if crews are working near a road.
December 2024
Clearing work is underway in the Bastin Hill at Bastin Road Project area in preparation for utility pole relocation. Traffic impacts are not anticipated and this work is expected to be completed by the end of December.
June 2024
As part of ongoing project planning, geotechnical drilling work is scheduled for Friday, June 28. Crews will use a drill rig to bore up to five test holes into the ground in the project area to collect soil samples and to investigate subsurface conditions. Traffic impacts are not anticipated and this work is expected to be completed in one day.
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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