The Government of BC has lifted travel restrictions on Highway 99 between Pemberton and Lillooet. The highway is now available for general use.
However, vehicles over 14,500 kilograms GVW are still not permitted on this section of Highway 99.
No parking is allowed on shoulders, and drivers should watch for construction and maintenance crews. For drivers travelling these highways, the ministry urges preparation and patience.
“Drivers can expect delays and congestion and are encouraged to consider alternate options or avoid highway travel unless necessary, BC government cautions.
Coquihalla Highway has also reopened between Hope and Merritt to essential commercial vehicles only following a month of extensive repairs.
The highway was closed by multiple washouts on Nov. 14, 2021.
Travel restrictions will also be lifted from Highway 3 at 8 am on Tuesday, Dec. 21, allowing the route between Hope and Princeton to be used for non-essential travel.
“The people who build and maintain roads in B.C. have a reputation second to none, and their response to the recent disaster has been remarkable,” said Rob Fleming, Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure.
“Ministry teams, maintenance contractors and hundreds of workers going flat out in challenging conditions have allowed us to reopen the Coquihalla Highway today, giving B.C.’s commercial drivers a safe, efficient route between the coast and Interior.”
