Mainline West

Last updated on February 5, 2026

Construction is underway on the Bradner Road Overpass replacement and Bradner Rest Area improvements

Construction is underway on replacing the existing Bradner Road overpasses, as well as improvements to Bradner Rest Area.

Notices

Bradner Rest Area

July 12, 2024 - The Bradner Rest Area is being reconfigured and upgraded. To safely make these improvements, the rest area is closed for construction as of July 26, 2024.

Upgrades to this rest area will include better supports for commercial vehicle drivers as well as improvements to make it safer and more functional for the general public.

Sani-dump alternatives

The Bradner Rest Area has been a popular stop for RVers and other travellers, with its free sani-dump facility. While the Bradner Rest Area and its sani-dump will be temporarily closed during construction, there are lots of other options for travellers.

At least five free and 20 fee-for-use sani-dumps are located between North Vancouver and Hope and open to the public.

Project highlights

Bradner Road Overpass Replacement:

Replacing existing overpasses to accommodate the widening of Highway 1 and a new multi-use path adjacent to Highway 1
Addition of bus-on-shoulder lanes eastbound and westbound on Highway 1
Raising the overpass height to accommodate larger vehicles and improve safety
Enhancing habitat adjacent to the overpasses

Bradner Rest Area Improvements:

Adding new commercial truck parking stalls
Adding a new dual-bay sani-station for recreational vehicles
Rehabilitating the existing public and truck parking stalls and adding security features to the rest area
Enhancing the diversity of the forest and Nathan Creek wetlands north of the rest area
Connecting the rest area to the new multi-use path for cyclists along Highway 1 west

Status

The Mainline West Project is in construction. Anticipated completion 2028.

Cost

The combined contract value for the Bradner Road Overpass Replacement and Bradner Rest Area Improvements is $94 million.

The contract was awarded to Fraser Valley SafeLink Partners.

Contact information

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