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Q: What roads are involved in this project?
A: The project starts/ends in the Mackenzie Forest District at approximately
17.5 km off the Finlay-Causeway turning left onto the Philips Cut Off road, (Legal name Philips Dump FSR) for 1.5 kms. After crossing the
Finlay FSR, the route then includes 32 kms of the Finlay – Philips FSR (local signs) when the project turns off to the North Philips road permit
and continues into the Rainbow FSR and ends/starts at the North Road in the Fort St James Forest District.
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Q: How many kilometres of road are involved?
A: The total length of the project is 97 kms, but the actual number of kilometres with active
construction will vary based on the final design.
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Q: Is MFR building access to the Mt. Milligan Mine?
A: No and Yes. The first 16 kilometers of the Rainbow FSR serve both this connector and the Mt Milligan Mine.
At that point, the connector will head east to connect to the 2300 road, and the Mt Milligan access continues north on the Rainbow FSR. Operations for the Mt Milligan mine
may also use part of the connector east to Mackenzie once constructed. The objective of this project and funding is for the upgrade of a connector between the communities
regardless of when Mt Milligan becomes operational.
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Q: Why is the Ministry of Forests, Mines and Lands doing this project?
A: The opportunity to partner with the Federal Government through the Canada Action Plan
required the proponent to match the funds provided from the Infrastructure Stimulus Fund. Minister Pat Bell saw the opportunity to advance this project
which has been a priority for the Districts of Mackenzie and Fort St. James for some time as part of the Province’s infrastructure program. The Ministry
of Forests, Mines and Lands were in the best position to lead the project as most of the road network involved is currently Forest Service Roads.
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Q: Will this road be maintained year round between the communities?
A: The design and construction is being planned to ensure this road can be maintained for year-round use.
At this time, the budget assigned is for the construction of the road with a completion date of construction of March 31, 2011. Discussions are occurring to either secure
additional funding for maintenance or work with current and future users in the area to ensure the road is safety maintained year-round.
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Q: Will I be able to drive the road this summer?
A: Access will be limited once construction activities start on the project this summer,
with some periods that, for safety reasons, that no public access will be available through active construction zones. It is recommended that prior to any
planned trips through the area, that users check this website under “Road Advisories” for the most up-to-date information.
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Q: Will Recreational Sites and Trails still be open and accessible?
A: At this time there is no planned closures of Recreational Sites in the area, however,
access to those sites may be limited based on road construction. Full information can be found on the following Web Site BC Rec Sites and Trails
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Q: Can I still hunt or partake in other activities in the area?
A: At this time there are no planned closures for hunting or other activities which
are generally allowed in the area surrounding these roads. However, for safety reasons please ensure that you check this site for advisories and locations
of active construction zones. Please follow all check-in protocols posted at the start of all active construction zones by the Prime Contractor.
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Q: What impacts will there be on industrial traffic in the area and closer to Mackenzie and Ft St James?
A: Increases in industrial traffic may be seen during periods of Right-of-Way logging from this project site.
During road construction, traffic to and from the site will primarily be that of transporting equipment, workers and supplies to the site. Significant movement of material, such
as gravel, is anticipated to be within the limits of the projects. Activities from other industrial users in the area cannot be confirmed.
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Q: What will the final road look like?
A: The design standard for this road is a 9.2 meter wide road with a typical road speed of 80 kph.
In sections where a design speed of 80 kph is not achievable, road widths will be increased through curves to ensure safe use of the road by the intended traffic.
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Q: Do I need a radio to drive this road?
A: Although a radio is definitely a useful tool for driving active resource roads, you are not required
to be radio-equipped to use this road. Particular attention will be made in the final signage of this road to address all users of the road for everyone’s enjoyment and safety.
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Q: When will this start and when will it be finished?
A: Right-of-way logging will occur as soon as possible and permissible.
Construction is expected to begin in June/July and finish sometime in November.
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Q: What section will be built first?
A: There will be several concurrent contracts happening and the final
timeline is at the discretion of each contractor. It is anticipated that anywhere from 3 to 6 contracts and contractors will be active at
different locations of the project.
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Q: Who is responsible for this road once it’s finished?
A: The full length of the project has been created as a Forest Service Road.
The Ministry of Forests, Mines and Lands is the owner of the road, and may delegate maintenance responsibilities to any industrial user under a Road
Use Permit at any time in the life of the FSR.
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