County Road 55 Gorge project aims to prevent future washouts

Borderland press photo

Borderland press photo

A major road improvement project in the Pembina Gorge is expected to strengthen drainage infrastructure and reduce the risk of future washouts along County Road 55. The project, officially designated CERP1006(080), was bid on May 8 and includes grading, gravel surfacing, drainage improvements and erosion control measures along the roadway. Construction is projected to begin in August and is schedu…