The Firebag and Richardson bridge structures are closed.
Residents are advised to use the ice bridges at the Firebag and Richardson locations instead. The speed limit for the ice bridges is 5 km/hr.
The load limit for the Winter Road has been upped to 35,000kg. The speed limit remains 50 km per hour.
Road maintenance work is ongoing and the public is reminded to use extreme caution when using the road.
Motorists are advised that there are no regular services on the Winter Road like gas stations or road patrols. Cell phone coverage is very limited. Travelers must be prepared for emergency situations.
For more information or to report any concerns, please call the Winter Road Hotline at 1-866-743- 6111 or 780-697-3600 during business hours of 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. For information on the Fort Smith Winter Road please contact Parks Canada at 1-867-872-7962.
