The Highway 40 twinning project south of the city, is now completed.
According to officials, municipalities from the region spent a combined $168 million towards the project, and that the highway already sees roughly 4,300 vehicles a day. The project twinned the highway 19 kilometers further south.
Some of the other items included in the project were construction of the Wapiti Bridge, intersection improvements, LED lighting, and traffic signals. Officials say all of these improvements are to improve safety, reduce congestion, and will improve traffic flow.
Grande Prairie Wapiti MLA, Ron Wiebe says that the project is a “major milestone” for the region.
“I’m proud to see the Highway 40 twinning project completed. This investment will make travel safer and more efficient for countless people, while reinforcing Grande Prairie’s reputation as an economic powerhouse in Alberta. This is a major milestone for the region and a clear example of what different levels of government working together can achieve.”
Reeve of MD of Greenview Ryan Ratzlaff, mentioned that the project shows the MD’s initiative to enhance safety on the road.
“Greenview is proud to have contributed $50 million toward the Highway 40 twinning project. This investment reflects our commitment to improving safety for all road users while supporting industrial development and strengthening the regional economy. By partnering on this critical infrastructure, we’re helping ensure northwestern Alberta remains a safe, efficient, and prosperous place to live and work.”
