Highway 97 - Commonwealth Road Improvements

The Commonwealth Road Improvements project will develop preliminary design for improvements at the Highway 97/Commonwealth Road intersection and through Lake Country Town Centre. 

These improvements were identified in two recent planning studies conducted in the area:

• Highway 97 Lake Country Planning Study 2022 (Glenmore/Beaver Lake Road) 
• Central Okanagan Integrated Transportation Strategy (CO-ITS)

The preliminary design will consider opportunities that will enhance the livability and inclusivity of residential and commercial neighbourhoods that are situated along the corridor, including:

• Intersection upgrades at Highway 97 and Commonwealth Road
• Intersection upgrades at Highway 97 and Beaver Lake Road
• Highway access strategy
• Implementation of median barrier between the north end of the northbound Duck Lake pullout to south of the Duck Lake Estates housing development
• Development of a new frontage road network
• Active transportation and mobility upgrades for pedestrians and cyclists
• Safety upgrades through Lake Country Town Centre

Status

The project is currently in the preliminary design phase for short-term improvements of the intersection.

Community Engagement

Extensive engagement will take place throughout the preliminary design process with:

• Okanagan Indian Band
• District of Lake Country
• City of Kelowna
• General public and interested parties