Quesnel-Hixon Road
Last updated on July 10, 2024
Closed. A landslide during the 2021 freshet caused complete loss of the road.
Notice of work
Geotechnical investigations are underway around Cottonwood River Canyon Bridge. No traffic impacts are expected, but we ask residents to stay clear from work areas for their safety.
Location and preliminary options map
Quesnel-Hixon Road is located approximately 21 km north of Quesnel.
Status
Quesnel-Hixon Road is currently closed to traffic. The slide area remains active and unsafe for travel by the public.
Vehicle turnarounds are placed to re-route traffic in affected areas on Quesnel-Hixon Road. Long-term restoration options are currently being explored to determine a safe and climate resilient solution.
Work includes:
- Designs to restore the road and research 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
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Archive
Progress updates
July 2024
Environmental fieldwork was completed, with crews collecting data and samples for project planning.
June 2024
Geotechnical investigations were completed near both ends of Ahbau Creek Bridge as part of the exploratory process, allowing for further reconnaissance as long-term solutions are developed.
January 2024
A survey crew mapped the area to inform project planning.
August 2023
On August 14-18, 2023, crews conducted visual environmental inspections along Quesnel-Hixon Road, Cottonwood River Canyon Bridge and Cinema-Old/Ahbau Creek Bridge crossing locations, and Naver Creek.
On August 3 and 4, 2023, crews inspected Cottonwood River Canyon Bridge and Cinema-Old/Ahbau Creek Bridge to assess their condition. Work included visual inspections and hammer sounding of the timber components of the bridges.
Both assessments will inform long-term planning for both bridges and Quesnel-Hixon Road.
June 2022
Geotechnical investigations were completed as part of the exploratory process, allowing for further reconnaissance as long-term solutions are developed.
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 was held at Kersley Hall to provide updates on the Quesnel-Hixon Project.
April 2021
A landslide during the 2021 freshet caused a complete loss of the Quesnel-Hixon Road. Quesnel-Hixon Road and Cottonwood Bridge have been closed while long-term solutions are being explored. Vehicle turnarounds were set up before the closure points, and traffic is being diverted to Highway 97 on Olson Road.
News
Notifications
July 2024
Environmental fieldwork is also underway and is expected to continue until the end of July in the Quesnel-Hixon Road Project area, with crews collecting data and samples for project planning.
June 2024
Starting June 10, for approximately one week, Quesnel-Hixon Road near both ends of Ahbau Creek Bridge will be reduced to one lane alternating in each direction. This setup will be in place from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m each day to conduct geotechnical investigations. More information on this work is available here.
August 2023
On August 14-18, 2023, crews conducted visual environmental inspections along Quesnel-Hixon Road, Cottonwood River Canyon Bridge and Cinema-Old/Ahbau Creek Bridge crossing locations, and Naver Creek. Both assessments will inform long-term planning for both bridges and Quesnel-Hixon Road.
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