Bastin Road at Bastin Hill

Last updated on May 6, 2025

n aerial view of Bastin Road at Bastin Hill shows the riprap work completed in December 2021 to prevent erosion along the road. April 26, 2024

Open to single-lane traffic. Construction approved to restore the road to two lanes for long-term safety and stability.

Notice of work – 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. 

Location map

Bastin Hill is located approximately 24 km southeast of Quesnel

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, the Ministry is proceeding with a plan to restore Bastin Road at Bastin Hill to a safe, resilient two-lane road. 

The project will ensure long-term safety and operational reliability for road users.

Traffic impacts

Traffic remains reduced to single-lane alternating at the slide area.  

Notification of on-site activities will be posted on this page in advance. For the latest information on road conditions, please visit DriveBC.

Scope

Construction is expected to begin as early as summer 2025. 
Work will include:

  • 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

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

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.

 

Notifications

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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Contact information

For more information contact:

Paul Rae
Senior Advisor 

Alex Badea
Project Manager

Media Inquiries Phone
250-356-8241