Berth 1 at the Horseshoe Bay ferry terminal will be out of commission for the first three months of 2022.
BC Ferries is promising to mitigate the impact for travellers and Horseshoe Bay residents alike. The closure is part of the second (and last) phase of the project to improve the terminal’s infrastructure.
The first phase of the project was completed on December 17. The second phase includes improvements in Berth 1 and the remediation of a portion of the terminal’s rock face.
Phase 2 will begin on January 4, 2022 and is expected to be complete by the end of March 2022. Berth 1 will be closed during this period. Ongoing work will increase sound levels Mondays through Saturdays between 7:30 am and 5:30 pm for the duration of the project, BC Ferries says.
Completion of intermittent overnight work will also be required to minimize impacts to vessel operations and to ensure the safety of passengers and employees.
Traffic patterns in the terminal may be modified to accommodate the work. Passengers are reminded to follow the direction of staff.
“This work is required to ensure continued safe, reliable and efficient service for our customers. The modifications align with the long-term vision for the Horseshoe Bay terminal,” says a corporate press release. “We apologize for any inconvenience this work may cause. BC Ferries would like to thank its customers and neighbours for their patience and understanding as we complete this necessary work."
