Allenby Road Project

Allenby Road has been closed due to slope instability and risk to driver safety after the atmospheric river flooding event of 2021.

Traffic impacts and access

As a result of the Atmospheric River event in November 2021, a landslide occurred on the western slope of Allenby Road, which runs through the Cowichan Tribes Indian Reserve. The road was closed to ensure public safety due to ongoing concerns about the slope's instability.

Work on Allenby Road is now in progress and will be completed in two phases.

Phase 1: Site preparation

Completed September 2024

The work included:

• Vegetation clearing and brushing along Allenby Road
• Installation of a 75-meter-long lock-block wall within the lane closest to the slope for slide protection and driver safety
• Installation of temporary traffic signals  at both ends of the affected section to enable safe, 24/7 operation of single-lane alternating traffic (SLAT)

Phase 2: Permanent repairs to restore full access

A section of Allenby Road will close to traffic in both directions from April 13 until fall 2026 to allow space for equipment and a safe work zone for workers directly beside the road.

This work completes long-term slope stabilization needed to safely restore Allenby Road to full, two-lane traffic. It includes:

• Removing temporary traffic signals
• Permanent slope stabilization
• Related safety improvements

Environmental consideration

The project has engaged appropriately qualified professionals, including Qualified Environmental Professionals, to ensure compliance with environmental regulatory requirements. Environmental protections and best management practices will be implemented throughout the construction process.

Working with local partners

The project is being delivered in partnership with Cowichan Tribes. Emergency services and other partners will be kept informed to ensure they are aware of the closure and can plan accordingly during the closure.