BC Hydro posts John Hart Dam Seismic Upgrade Project construction report #15

The March to April 2025 report covers off the project’s status, project activities, environmental points of interest, and a people profile.

A new project construction report begins: BC Hydro posts Ladore Spillway Seismic Upgrade Project construction report #1

The February and March report covers off the project’s status, project activities, an environmental point of interest, and a people profile.

BC Hydro posts John Hart Dam Seismic Upgrade Project construction report #14

The January and February report covers off the project’s status, project activities, environmental and construction points of interest, and a people profile.

Ladore Dam upgrades underway for seismic safety in Campbell River to cost up to $379M

The Ladore Dam near Campbell River is undergoing seismic upgrades to reduce the risk of damage in the event of a major earthquake or flood. Built in 1949 with the powerhouse completed in 1957, the Ladore Dam is one of three hydroelectric dams on the Campbell River system seeing safety upgrades. The John Hart Dam […]

BC Hydro posts John Hart Dam Seismic Upgrade Project construction report #13

The November to December report covers off the project’s status, project activities, environmental and construction points of interest, and a people profile.

BC Hydro posts John Hart Dam Seismic Upgrade Project construction report #12

The July to August report covers off the project’s status, project activities, and a people profile.

The road across Strathcona Dam will close from November 6 to 15, during weekdays

The road across the Strathcona Dam will be closed from Nov. 6 to 15, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

The closure will only be on weekdays. After Nov. 15, the road will return to single-lane alternating traffic across the dam until April 2025 due to construction work.

BC Hydro posts John Hart Dam Seismic Upgrade Project construction report #11

The July to August report covers off the project’s status, project activities, and a people profile.

Road across Strathcona Dam to close to two-way traffic next month

The road across the Strathcona Dam will closed to two-way traffic beginning Sept. 23.

Next phase of John Hart Dam work to temporarily close trail access to Dolphin Pool area

The upper trails within the Elk Falls Provincial Park that lead to the Dolphin Pool area will be closed Monday to Friday from September 3 to November 4. Temporary fencing and awareness signage will be in place. Access to the Elk Falls Suspension Bridge will remain open.