Temporary Speed Limit Reduction for Highway 2
MD raises alarm over unsafe conditions
Following a recent order issued under the Traffic Safety Act, new temporary speed limits are now in effect along a section of Highway 2.
Alberta Transportation has implemented a temporary speed limit along a section of Highway 2 in response to escalating concerns from municipal leaders, community members and industry operators regarding a stalled culvert replacement project and resultant embankment erosion.
The speed limit change is located between kilometre markers 37 and 38 and applies to all vehicles. The order was issued under the Traffic Safety Act, which permits reduced speed limits on highways that are under construction or repair, or have deteriorated to a state of disrepair.
Temporary Speed Limit Details
The following maximum speed limits apply to all vehicles travelling over Hwy 2:46 between KM 37.00 and KM 38.00:
- 20 km/hr where signs are erected and displayed indicating such speed
- 30 km/hr where signs are erected and displayed indicating such speed
- 40 km/hr where signs are erected and displayed indicating such speed
- 50 km/hr where signs are erected and displayed indicating such speed
- 60 km/hr where signs are erected and displayed indicating such speed
- 70 km/hr where signs are erected and displayed indicating such speed
- 80 km/hr where signs are erected and displayed indicating such speed
- 100 km/hr where signs are erected and displayed indicating such speed
CAO Requests Prioritized Safety Measures
On September 11, 2025, MD Chief Administrative Officer Barry Kolenosky drafted a letter to Regional Director of Transportation and Economic Corridors Michael Botros, advocating for increased safety measures along a rapidly deteriorating stretch of provincial highway.
Kolenosky noted that the Wilson Creek culvert replacement project, 22 kilometres east of Slave Lake, has been at a standstill for months, creating what he described as unsafe conditions.
“The roadway itself is starting to cave in on the North side, and yet two-lane traffic is still permitted. No attempts have been made to slow traffic down or identify the hazards with signage, lights or barricades."
Kolenosky underscored the urgency of the situation as winter approaches and daylight hours decrease. He highlighted that the stretch of highway sees nearly 3,000 vehicles per day, a large portion of which is heavy traffic.
“It’s not a question of if something bad will happen, but when.”
All-Clear Anticipated by Early December
The Wilson Creek project, described as a "trenchless culvert installation and slide repair," is slated for completion by November 30, 2025. At that time, the MD anticipates that Alberta Transportation will lift the temporary speed limit restrictions accordingly.
Any further speed limit changes or project updates will be posted to the MD website and social media channels.
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