YRB Vanderhoof

05/26/2026

05/18/2026

MVI between Carmen Hill Rd and Mapes on Hwy 16. The highway is currently closed. Updates to follow.

Update 1. Detour available through Mapes - Blackwater. Currently no estimated time of re-opening. Updates to follow.

Update 2. Hwy 16 has been re-opened to Single lane alternating traffic. Updates to follow.

Update 3. Hwy 16 has been re-opened between Carmen hill and Mapes rd.
Final update.

04/20/2026

GERMANSEN LANDING ROAD / NORTH ROAD

The Ministry of Transportation and Transit has asked us to share the following notice to the public:

We will provide updates via social media for the public when they become available.

04/20/2026

📢 Bridge Maintenance Alert – Dog Creek Bridge 🚧
Starting May 4th, through May 5th we'll be performing essential maintenance on the Dog Creek Bridge located on Dog Creek Road Fraser Lake.
We will be performing bridge abutments & safety upgrades to keep the bridge strong and safe for years to come ✅
What to expect:
• Temporary Lane closures & reduced speeds
• Full Day Bridge closures.
Emergency Crossing will be available within 30mins.
We’re doing everything possible to minimize disruption and will continue to update as project moves forward.
Questions? DM us or call our office at 250-567-3114
Thank you for your patience — safer roads ahead! 🛣️

04/01/2026

Winter is slowly retreating!!
YRB Vanderhoof would appreciate you taking a brief moment to provide input on the recent winter maintenance season.

YRB Vanderhoof would appreciate you taking a brief moment to provide input on the recent winter maintenance season. If you have specific thoughts you would like to share, there are text boxes at the end of the survey. Thank you! YRB Vanderhoof 250-567-3114

03/25/2026

Good evening.

Please be aware of a travel advisory in effect on Highway 16 from Priestly Hill (West of Fraser Lake) to Prince George and further east.

Blowing snow is creating reduced visibility and hazardous driving conditions. Please avoid non-essential travel and if you do have to drive this evening please reduce speeds, drive defensively and use caution.

YRB Crews are out plowing and sanding throughout this inclement weather.

03/24/2026

The weather just seems to want to keep on coming!!
We have seen floods frost, snow, slush and rain all “winter” long.
We are braced and ready for whatever comes! Forecast is telling us and the public to be ready for a few more days of winter conditions.
Hopefully this years last reminder to drive to conditions and give extra time while travelling!
Even if it isn’t we will be out plowing and restoring roads as fast as we can.

03/18/2026

Brushing will be taking place on Blackwater road between Highway 16 and Sinkut Lake Rd. Follow signage and watch for Traffic control personnel.

03/17/2026

MOTT has issued a notice about load restrictions for service area 23. They will be coming into effect as of 10:01PM this evening. To view the entire notice please check DriveBC or follow this link: https://www.th.gov.bc.ca/roadreports/lr.asp?filename=dist23.txt

Our crew will be out installing signs that align with the details in the restriction notice. As we are experiencing rapidly warming conditions today and forecasted precipitation throughout the remainder of the week it is advised that these restrictions be followed to ensure the longevity of the infrastructure.

Please follow DriveBC for updates or changes to load restrictions as we head into the Spring Season.

Load Restrictions on British Columbia Highways

03/17/2026

Spring and Winter are in a head to head face off right now!
Crews are on full patrols inspecting pipes and monitoring high water.
As we continue to patrol all roads through out the area, the extremely fast thaw has been causing mini flooding conditions and road deterioration.
We will continue 24hr patrols and fix problems issues but please feel free to call us at 250-567-3114 if you see a water issue in your area.