This release was issued under a previous government.

The damage was caused when a large truck carrying a high load struck the overpass on Tuesday, Jan. 31.  In addition to the speed reduction, the damage will also require closure of the southbound acceleration/deceleration lanes on the QEII on to and off of Highway 53, affecting traffic leaving or going to Ponoka.

There is no danger to the public, but Alberta Transportation urges drivers to slow down and obey all signs near the QEII and  Highway 53 interchange.

Design of the necessary repairs is underway. They will be completed as soon as possible but restrictions will remain in place for an undetermined period of time.