KELOWNA – A nearly $28 million funding announcement has been made that will see safety improvements along a five-kilometre stretch of highway between Hope and Princeton.
The project along Highway 3, about 30 kilometres west of Princeton, will involve relocating and straightening sections of the road to remove two sharp curves. The project will also include the addition of a passing lane in each direction.
“The realignment of Highway 3 will make travel safer and more efficient for all motorists, ‘ says Okanagan-Coquihalla MP Dan Albas. “Our government is pleased to support this significant project as we focus on creating jobs, promoting growth and building strong, safe, prosperous communities across Canada.”
The realignment project is expected to help reduce collisions, create safer passing opportunities, improve traffic flow and provide better driving conditions between Sunday Creek and Sunday Summit on Highway 3.
“Through B.C. on the Move, the Province’s new 10-year transportation plan , we’re prioritizing projects that improve the safety and capacity of our network,” says Minister of Transportation Todd Stone. “This partnership to improve this section of Highway 3 will be welcome news for everyone who relies on the Hope-Princeton corridor.”
More than $17 million of the project is being paid for by the provincial government and about $10 million is being covered by the federal government.
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