Highway 97 at Cuisson Creek
Last updated on August 17, 2026
Open with temporary traffic delays for hydroseeding work. Construction of safety and drainage improvements completed following multiple slides in 2021.
Notice of work
Minor construction activity is planned in the Highway 97 at Cuisson Creek project area in early fall 2026 to complete hydroseeding, which involves spraying a mixture of seed, mulch and water over soil to help restore vegetation and reduce erosion.
Traffic management may be required, and drivers may experience temporary delays while work is underway. Drivers are asked to follow posted signage and traffic-control personnel and use caution when travelling through the area.
Location map
Highway 97 at Cuisson Creek is located approximately 46 km south of Quesnel.
Status
After a comprehensive and technically driven process that began in late 2020, safety works in the Highway 97 at Cuisson Creek Project area were substantially completed in November 2024. Work included widening the road shoulder, installing approximately 350 metres of concrete roadside barriers, constructing a new drainage ditch and repaving the road to improve overall road safety.
This work followed extensive planning, detailed design and geotechnical investigations over the previous three years, with priority given to safety measures that would provide immediate improvements for road users.
In July 2026, construction of a hammerhead turnaround on Church Road in the project area was also completed to support the closure of approximately 60 metres of the road due to slope instability and help ensure public safety.
Additional minor works are underway.
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
Construction began in August 2024, with the major safety works substantially completed in November 2024. Additional minor works are underway and are expected to be completed in 2026.
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Archive
Progress updates
July 2026
Construction of a hammerhead turnaround on Church Road was completed to support the closure of approximately 60 metres of the road due to slope instability and help ensure public safety.
April 2026
Crews removed geotechnical monitoring instrumentation previously installed within the Ministry right-of-way in the Highway 97 at Cuisson Creek Project area.
November 2024
Shoulder widening, the construction of 350 metres of concrete roadside barrier, drainage improvements, and re-paving were completed along the affected stretch of Highway 97 near Cuisson Creek.
August 2024
Construction began on the Highway 97 at Cuisson Creek Project, with two-way traffic maintained throughout the duration of the work.
April 2024
Plans were announced to proceed with improvements to Highway 97 at Cuisson Creek. Upgrades will include the addition of shoulder protection and improved drainage.
February 2023
A geotechnical drilling program was carried out in the Highway 97 at Cuisson Creek Project area. Crews used a drill rig to create a test hole in the ground to collect soil and water samples.
March 2022
A program-wide engagement period was held to introduce the public to the projects, providing context and an overview of the background, process, and short-listed options being explored.
November 2021
An in-person drop-in session at Kersley Hall was held to provide updates on the Highway 97 at Cuisson Creek Project.
July 2021
Construction activities were completed, including fixing the cracked pavement and other surface damage to improve driving conditions.
April 2020
During the spring freshet, multiple historic landslides were reactivated along Highway 97 at Cuisson Creek. The crest of the erosion is approximately 10 metres from the highway shoulder.
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
July 2026
Minor construction activity is planned in the Highway 97 at Cuisson Creek project area in July 2026.
No traffic impacts are expected; however, there may be increased activity while work is underway. Drivers may notice crews and equipment working near this section of the highway and are asked to use caution when travelling through the area.
March 2025
Crews will be onsite conducting survey work at various locations within the project area through April. Team members will be wearing vests, and drivers are asked to use caution when work is taking place near the road.
August 2024
Construction on the Highway 97 at Cuisson Creek Project began in mid-August and is expected to continue for approximately two months. The Project team will be working to widen the shoulder of the road, install approximately 350 metres of concrete roadside barriers and construct a new drainage ditch. The road will also be repaved by the Ministry to improve overall road safety.
During this work, the southbound lane on Highway 97 will be closed and the speed limit through the construction area will be reduced to 50 km/h. Two-way traffic will be maintained at all times, and no delays are expected.
April 2024
The Province is proceeding with improvements on Highway 97 at Cuisson Creek.
October 2023
As part of ongoing project planning, field surveys took place on Church Road and Highway 97.
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