YRB Kootenay

YRB Kootenay Yellowhead Road & Bridge (Kootenay) Ltd. was formed in 2004 to provide road maintenance for the Cent

YRB will be starting work on Kokanee glacier road Thursday May 14th. Road will be closed at 2.5km Monday-Friday to perfo...
05/09/2026

YRB will be starting work on Kokanee glacier road Thursday May 14th. Road will be closed at 2.5km Monday-Friday to perform needed repairs. Work should be completed in two and a half weeks. Please avoid unnecessary travel and watch for crews and equipment.

Highway 6 closed due to downed tree on power line between Vallican and Lebahdo. Crews are on route.
04/07/2026

Highway 6 closed due to downed tree on power line between Vallican and Lebahdo. Crews are on route.

HWY3A closed between the east and west entrance of lower 6 mile. Please use Lower 6 mile as a detour. Check Drive BC for...
03/31/2026

HWY3A closed between the east and west entrance of lower 6 mile. Please use Lower 6 mile as a detour. Check Drive BC for updates

YRB has started a highway realignment project on just past Sirdar, Traffic control will be single lane alternating tra...
03/26/2026

YRB has started a highway realignment project on just past Sirdar, Traffic control will be single lane alternating traffic monday-Friday from 7am to 5pm with up to 20min delays starting April 2, 2026. We are also implementing one 1-hour closures during the daytime. Currently they will be at 1:30pm-2:30pm, Monday - Friday. Please check for updates. And for any highway related issues call our toll free line @ 1-888-352-0356

We’re currently seeing very challenging gravel road conditions across the Central Kootenays due to heavily saturated roa...
03/20/2026

We’re currently seeing very challenging gravel road conditions across the Central Kootenays due to heavily saturated road surfaces. Excess moisture from recent snow and rainfall has led to potholes, rutting, and soft sections, making travel more difficult in some areas.

Gravel Road Conditions Update – Central Kootenay Region

At this time, grading operations are limited. Grading saturated roads can actually cause further damage and make conditions less passable, so crews are holding off until conditions improve.

🌧️ What’s causing the delay?
• Prolonged snow and rain have kept road surfaces too soft
• Heavy equipment on saturated roads can worsen rutting and breakdown

🛠️ What’s next?
Grading and maintenance will resume as soon as weather and road conditions allow for effective and safe work.

We appreciate your patience and understanding as we wait for conditions to improve and work to restore road quality.

⚠️ Please drive with caution and adjust to conditions.

Highway 31 closed 3km North of Highway 23 Junction due to down trees across hydro lines. Check for updates
03/12/2026

Highway 31 closed 3km North of Highway 23 Junction due to down trees across hydro lines. Check for updates

Corn creek bridge closure on West Creston road for repairs and upgrades. West Creston road will be closed to all traffic...
03/11/2026

Corn creek bridge closure on West Creston road for repairs and upgrades. West Creston road will be closed to all traffic from March 8th to May 30th. Please plan accordingly.

MVI on Highway 3 between the east avalanche gate and West Creston Road. Single lane alternating traffic please check f...
02/26/2026

MVI on Highway 3 between the east avalanche gate and West Creston Road. Single lane alternating traffic please check for updates.

Good evening forecasts are calling for snow to return to the entire area. Forecasts are for 10-15cms in the higher ele...
02/16/2026

Good evening forecasts are calling for snow to return to the entire area.

Forecasts are for 10-15cms in the higher elevations and 3-6cms in the valley bottoms.

Be sure to give yourself plenty of time to travel and check for up to date road conditions.

This weeks topic is roadside brushing. Brushing is completed for the following reasons;Safety1 - Brushing improves sig...
02/13/2026



This weeks topic is roadside brushing. Brushing is completed for the following reasons;

Safety

1 - Brushing improves sight lines

2 - reduced risk of animals suddenly entering road way

3- keeps signs, traffic signals, and guardrails visible.

Road Preservation

1 - Prevents plant/tree roots from damaging pavement and shoulders

2 - Improves drainage

3 - Reduces moisture buildup that can weaken road base

Fire Prevention by removing dry brush that can fuel roadside fires.

Pass Creek road will be closed Feb 18th 2026 from 9am-5pm. Closure points will be Pass Creek at the Krestova intersectio...
02/11/2026

Pass Creek road will be closed Feb 18th 2026 from 9am-5pm. Closure points will be Pass Creek at the Krestova intersection just past the bridge and Krestova Pass Creek intersection at “pump hill”. Detour available via Krestova. Fortis BC will be replacing a pole.

Address

110 Cedar Street
Nelson, BC
V1L6H2

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 4pm
Tuesday 9am - 4pm
Wednesday 9am - 4pm
Thursday 9am - 4pm
Friday 9am - 4pm

Telephone

18883520356

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